The short answer
When to go to Kudremukh
The most comfortable window is November to February, when the rain has stopped, skies are clearer and the hills are still green. October can also be good for waterfalls. June to September brings very heavy monsoon rain, slippery trails and leeches, and treks have been suspended in such weather. March and April are warmer and some summit restrictions are reported, so check first. For older travellers, choose winter and keep the temples and short stops for the heat of the day.
Month by month
Kudremukh weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 11°C | 4 mm | Cool, dry and clear; the best time for hilltops | |
| February | 30°C | 12°C | 2 mm | Clear and dry; streams are thinner | |
| March | 31°C | 15°C | 11 mm | Warming; the peak trail may have seasonal limits | |
| April | 31°C | 18°C | 35 mm | Hotter and hazier; the peak may be restricted | |
| May | 30°C | 19°C | 181 mm | Pre-monsoon showers; trails turn slippery | |
| June | 26°C | 18°C | 1617 mm | Monsoon starts; heavy rain and leeches | |
| July | 24°C | 18°C | 2432 mm | Wettest month; treks and falls may be unsafe | |
| August | 24°C | 18°C | 2146 mm | Very wet; trekking suspensions have been reported | |
| September | 26°C | 17°C | 672 mm | Rain easing, trails still slippery | |
| October | 27°C | 17°C | 289 mm | Green hills and strong falls; some showers | |
| November | 29°C | 15°C | 79 mm | Clear, green and comfortable | |
| December | 29°C | 12°C | 15 mm | Cool and dry; good for all sights |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Kudremukh seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool, dry and clear; the best time for hilltops
- February: Clear and dry; streams are thinner
- November: Clear, green and comfortable
- December: Cool and dry; good for all sights
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming; the peak trail may have seasonal limits
- October: Green hills and strong falls; some showers
Possible, with planning: April, May and September
- April: Hotter and hazier; the peak may be restricted
- May: Pre-monsoon showers; trails turn slippery
- September: Rain easing, trails still slippery
Best avoided with parents or children: June, July and August
- June: Monsoon starts; heavy rain and leeches
- July: Wettest month; treks and falls may be unsafe
- August: Very wet; trekking suspensions have been reported
Useful answers
Best time to visit Kudremukh: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Kudremukh?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Kudremukh, with March and October also good. The most comfortable window is November to February, when the rain has stopped, skies are clearer and the hills are still green. October can also be good for waterfalls. June to September brings very heavy monsoon rain, slippery trails and leeches, and treks have been suspended in such weather. March and April are warmer and some summit restrictions are reported, so check first. For older travellers, choose winter and keep the temples and short stops for the heat of the day.
Which months should I avoid in Kudremukh with elderly parents?
June, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Monsoon starts; heavy rain and leeches Wettest month; treks and falls may be unsafe
When does it rain most in Kudremukh?
July is the wettest month, with about 2432 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 31°C.