Palakkad weather
At 4:30 AM local time it was drizzle and 24°C (75°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 PM (4.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Dec–Feb. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Palakkad, Kerala, India.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 77%
- Chance of rain
- 46%
- Rain
- 0.7 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 PM (4.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–FebOff season Apr, Jun–Oct
About Palakkad weather
Is it raining in Palakkad right now?
Yes. It’s drizzle and 24° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 PM (4.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Palakkad this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–33° and lows of 23–23°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Palakkad lately?
In the past 7 days, Palakkad had 3 rainy days and 41.8 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Palakkad?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Palakkad weather by month
When is the best time to visit Palakkad?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Palakkad is Dec–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr, Jun–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 27°C (80°F) in November to 35°C (95°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Palakkad?
October is the wettest month, with about 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 6 mm (0.2 in).
What is the hottest month in Palakkad?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 35°C (95°F) and lows of 20°C (69°F). November is the coolest, with highs of 27°C (80°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F).
Does Palakkad have a rainy season?
Yes. Jun–Jul, Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Dec–Mar is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months