The short answer
When to go to Kannur
The best window is November to February, when rainfall is minimal and days are warm at around 33 to 34 degrees, ideal for the beaches, forts and theyyam season. March to May is hot and humid, and June to September brings very heavy rain and rough seas, so beaches are unsafe and roads are slow. Older travellers should visit in December or January, keep afternoons free for rest and plan outdoor sights for the early morning.
Month by month
Kannur weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°C | 22°C | 1 mm | Dry and warm; the easiest month for sightseeing | |
| February | 34°C | 23°C | 1 mm | Dry, hot by afternoon; start outings early | |
| March | 35°C | 25°C | 16 mm | Hot and humid; keep to mornings and evenings | |
| April | 35°C | 26°C | 54 mm | Hottest month; pre-monsoon showers begin | |
| May | 34°C | 26°C | 222 mm | Heavy pre-monsoon rain; theyyam season winds down | |
| June | 31°C | 24°C | 946 mm | Peak monsoon; rough sea, beaches unsafe | |
| July | 30°C | 23°C | 877 mm | Very heavy rain; Madayipara blooms but roads are slow | |
| August | 30°C | 23°C | 541 mm | Monsoon continues; rain-proof indoor sights only | |
| September | 31°C | 24°C | 271 mm | Rain easing but still frequent | |
| October | 32°C | 24°C | 300 mm | Retreating-monsoon showers; theyyam season starts | |
| November | 33°C | 24°C | 109 mm | Drier, with theyyam under way; occasional showers | |
| December | 33°C | 22°C | 27 mm | Dry, a little cooler at night; best for beaches |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Kannur seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Dry and warm; the easiest month for sightseeing
- February: Dry, hot by afternoon; start outings early
- December: Dry, a little cooler at night; best for beaches
Good, with small trade-offs: November
- November: Drier, with theyyam under way; occasional showers
Possible, with planning: March, April and October
- March: Hot and humid; keep to mornings and evenings
- April: Hottest month; pre-monsoon showers begin
- October: Retreating-monsoon showers; theyyam season starts
Best avoided with parents or children: May, June, July, August and September
- May: Heavy pre-monsoon rain; theyyam season winds down
- June: Peak monsoon; rough sea, beaches unsafe
- July: Very heavy rain; Madayipara blooms but roads are slow
- August: Monsoon continues; rain-proof indoor sights only
- September: Rain easing but still frequent
Useful answers
Best time to visit Kannur: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Kannur?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Kannur, with November also good. The best window is November to February, when rainfall is minimal and days are warm at around 33 to 34 degrees, ideal for the beaches, forts and theyyam season. March to May is hot and humid, and June to September brings very heavy rain and rough seas, so beaches are unsafe and roads are slow. Older travellers should visit in December or January, keep afternoons free for rest and plan outdoor sights for the early morning.
Which months should I avoid in Kannur with elderly parents?
May, June, July, August and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Heavy pre-monsoon rain; theyyam season winds down Peak monsoon; rough sea, beaches unsafe
When does it rain most in Kannur?
June is the wettest month, with about 946 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 35°C.