- WinterDec–Feb23°33°
- December23°33°
- January23°33°
- February24°34°
- SpringMar–May26°34°
- March26°34°
- April27°34°
- May26°34°
- SummerJun–Aug24°31°
- June24°31°
- July24°30°
- August24°30°
- AutumnSep–Nov24°32°
- September24°31°
- October24°32°
- November24°33°
Kozhikode, Kerala Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Kozhikode, Kerala gets 2103 mm of precipitation a year over about 102 rainy days. March is the warmest month (average high 34°C) and January the coldest (average low 23°C).
Kozhikode climate at a glance
Kozhikode, Kerala has hot summers and hot winters. Daytime highs range from about 30°C in July to 35°C in April. June is usually the wettest month.
How much rain does Kozhikode get?
Kozhikode gets 2103 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 102 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 85% of India.
June is the wettest month, with 540 mm. February is the driest, with 4 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 20.
Kozhikode weather by month
Kozhikode weather in January
In January, Kozhikode averages a high of 33°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The January record high is 37°C (2016) and the record low is 18°C (1977).
Kozhikode weather in February
In February, Kozhikode averages a high of 34°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The February record high is 40°C (1983) and the record low is 19°C (1976).
Kozhikode weather in March
In March, Kozhikode averages a high of 34°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The March record high is 39°C (1976) and the record low is 21°C (1982).
Kozhikode weather in April
In April, Kozhikode averages a high of 34°C and a low of 27°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The April record high is 39°C (1989) and the record low is 20°C (1986).
Kozhikode weather in May
In May, Kozhikode averages a high of 34°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 118 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. The May record high is 40°C (1991) and the record low is 18°C (2005).
Kozhikode weather in June
In June, Kozhikode averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 540 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 8% of daylight hours. The June record high is 40°C (1984) and the record low is 20°C (1979).
Kozhikode weather in July
In July, Kozhikode averages a high of 30°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 528 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 5% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (1990) and the record low is 20°C (1980).
Kozhikode weather in August
In August, Kozhikode averages a high of 30°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 316 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 10% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (1989) and the record low is 18°C (1992).
Kozhikode weather in September
In September, Kozhikode averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 214 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. The September record high is 39°C (1993) and the record low is 20°C (1998).
Kozhikode weather in October
In October, Kozhikode averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 203 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The October record high is 39°C (1984) and the record low is 19°C (1984).
Kozhikode weather in November
In November, Kozhikode averages a high of 33°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 88 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The November record high is 37°C (1988) and the record low is 19°C (1980).
Kozhikode weather in December
In December, Kozhikode averages a high of 33°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The December record high is 39°C (1986) and the record low is 15°C (1980).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kozhikode
February is the sunniest month in Kozhikode, with sunshine about 70% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 5%. Over the year the sun shines about 32% of daylight hours. Kozhikode is cloudier than 87% of India.
Humidity peaks in July at 88% and is lowest in January at 74%.
Kozhikode has about 152 days a year above 32°C. Kozhikode is hotter than 68% of India.
Kozhikode weather records
The hottest temperature on record at the Kozhikode station is 40°C, on May 11, 1980. The coldest is 15°C, on December 18, 1980.
The wettest day on record brought 318 mm of rain, on August 18, 1995.
18 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Kozhikode
Winter (December–February) is hot, with average highs around 33°C and lows near 24°C.
Spring (March–May) is hot, with average highs around 34°C and lows near 26°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 24°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 24°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Sunshine | Sea temp | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.4 mm | 1 | 74% | 59% | -2° | 37° | 18° |
| February | 3.8 mm | 1 | 74% | 70% | -2° | 40° | 19° |
| March | 21 mm | 2 | 76% | 63% | -1° | 39° | 21° |
| April | 49 mm | 5 | 78% | 45% | -1° | 39° | 20° |
| May | 118 mm | 8 | 82% | 15% | -1° | 40° | 18° |
| June | 540 mm | 19 | 87% | 8% | -2° | 40° | 20° |
| July | 528 mm | 20 | 88% | 5% | -3° | 38° | 20° |
| August | 316 mm | 17 | 88% | 10% | -3° | 39° | 18° |
| September | 214 mm | 13 | 87% | 15% | -3° | 39° | 20° |
| October | 203 mm | 11 | 84% | 23% | -2° | 39° | 19° |
| November | 88 mm | 6 | 80% | 22% | -2° | 37° | 19° |
| December | 13 mm | 2 | 76% | 48% | -2° | 39° | 15° |
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Kozhikode climate questions
How much rain does Kozhikode get?
Kozhikode gets 2103 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 102 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Kozhikode?
June is the wettest month in Kozhikode, with 540 mm. February is the driest, with 4 mm.
How many rainy days does Kozhikode have a year?
Kozhikode has about 102 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 20.
What is the hottest month in Kozhikode?
March is the warmest month in Kozhikode, with an average high of 34°C.
What is the coldest month in Kozhikode?
January is the coldest month in Kozhikode, with an average low of 23°C.
What is the record high temperature in Kozhikode?
The record high at the Kozhikode station is 40°C, set on May 11, 1980. The record low is 15°C, on December 18, 1980.
What is the sunniest month in Kozhikode?
February is the sunniest month in Kozhikode, with sunshine about 70% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.
Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station KOZHIKODE (0 km away).
Climate for places near Kozhikode, Kerala
Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station KOZHIKODE.