The short answer
When to go to Thrissur
The best window is December to February, when it is dry and the mean daily highs are about 33–35 °C with low rainfall. March to May is hot and humid, and the Pooram in April or May brings extreme crowds. June to September is monsoon, with over 480 mm a month in June to August, which makes outdoor walking unpleasant. For older travellers, November to January is easiest, with rest planned at midday.
Month by month
Thrissur weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C | 22°C | 0 mm | Driest and most comfortable; ideal for temple and town walking | |
| February | 35°C | 23°C | 19 mm | Dry, but days get warmer and humidity starts to rise | |
| March | 36°C | 24°C | 28 mm | Hot and humid; sightsee early morning and late afternoon only | |
| April | 35°C | 25°C | 60 mm | Hot; Pooram falls in Medam month, April or May, with huge crowds | |
| May | 33°C | 25°C | 214 mm | Pre-monsoon showers begin; still humid and sticky | |
| June | 30°C | 24°C | 616 mm | Monsoon at full strength; very heavy rain | |
| July | 30°C | 23°C | 597 mm | Wettest stretch; frequent heavy rain and damp paths | |
| August | 30°C | 23°C | 484 mm | Heavy monsoon; roads and temple grounds wet | |
| September | 31°C | 23°C | 321 mm | Rain continues, easing late in the month | |
| October | 32°C | 23°C | 290 mm | Second rainy spell with thunderstorms; mornings can be clear | |
| November | 32°C | 23°C | 96 mm | Rain tapers off; the pleasant season begins | |
| December | 32°C | 23°C | 8 mm | Dry and comfortable; a good month for all sights |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Thrissur seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January and December
- January: Driest and most comfortable; ideal for temple and town walking
- December: Dry and comfortable; a good month for all sights
Good, with small trade-offs: February and November
- February: Dry, but days get warmer and humidity starts to rise
- November: Rain tapers off; the pleasant season begins
Possible, with planning: March, April, May and October
- March: Hot and humid; sightsee early morning and late afternoon only
- April: Hot; Pooram falls in Medam month, April or May, with huge crowds
- May: Pre-monsoon showers begin; still humid and sticky
- October: Second rainy spell with thunderstorms; mornings can be clear
Best avoided with parents or children: June, July, August and September
- June: Monsoon at full strength; very heavy rain
- July: Wettest stretch; frequent heavy rain and damp paths
- August: Heavy monsoon; roads and temple grounds wet
- September: Rain continues, easing late in the month
Useful answers
Best time to visit Thrissur: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Thrissur?
January and December are the best months to visit Thrissur, with February and November also good. The best window is December to February, when it is dry and the mean daily highs are about 33–35 °C with low rainfall. March to May is hot and humid, and the Pooram in April or May brings extreme crowds. June to September is monsoon, with over 480 mm a month in June to August, which makes outdoor walking unpleasant. For older travellers, November to January is easiest, with rest planned at midday.
Which months should I avoid in Thrissur with elderly parents?
June, July, August and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Monsoon at full strength; very heavy rain Wettest stretch; frequent heavy rain and damp paths
When does it rain most in Thrissur?
June is the wettest month, with about 616 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is March, with average highs around 36°C.