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Kochi in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Kochi in March will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Kochi, based on historical data.
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March

Weather in Kochi in March 2025

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Kochi in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +33°C during the day and approximately 4 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 20 rainy days in the month and around 53 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • March is usually the hottest month of the year in Kochi;

Average weather

☀️
+33°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+38°C
Max.
53 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
20 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kochi has OK weather in March.

Average temperature in Kochi in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kochi for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +36°C during the day to a minimum of +24°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +34°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +35°C to +33°C.

Is Kochi warm or cold in March?

Kochi is typically hot in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +32°C to +33°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +25°C to +26°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

March is the hottest month in Kochi, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Kochi in March

Kochi weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+32°C+33°C+32°C
Min. temperature
+20°C+22°C+23°C
Max. temperature
+37°C+38°C+38°C
Rainfall
21 mm53 mm152 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
78%79%82%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1009 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
741
Cloudy days
431
Rainy days
162022
Snowy days
000

March typically has worse weather conditions compared to February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +32°C to +33°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 21 mm to 53 mm. Humidity rises from 78% to 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in February to 4 in March.

April brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Kochi in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Kochi is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Kochi based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 39% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 29 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 12 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Kochi wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 97% chance of precipitation and 527 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 45% chance of precipitation and 18 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Kochi?

This is the weather in Kochi in March 2023:
1 March
☁️
+35°C
2 March
☁️
+34°C
3 March
☀️
+34°C
4 March
☀️
+35°C
5 March
☀️
+34°C
6 March
☁️
+33°C
7 March
☀️
+34°C
8 March
☀️
+36°C
9 March
☀️
+34°C
10 March
🌧️
+35°C
11 March
☀️
+33°C
12 March
☀️
+34°C
13 March
☀️
+34°C
14 March
☁️
+36°C
15 March
☀️
+35°C
16 March
🌧️
+34°C
17 March
🌧️
+33°C
18 March
🌧️
+33°C
19 March
🌧️
+31°C
20 March
☁️
+32°C
21 March
☀️
+33°C
22 March
☁️
+33°C
23 March
☁️
+33°C
24 March
☁️
+32°C
25 March
☁️
+33°C
26 March
🌧️
+33°C
27 March
☁️
+33°C
28 March
☁️
+34°C
29 March
☁️
+35°C
30 March
☁️
+33°C
31 March
☀️
+33°C
In March 2023 Kochi had 12 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +34°C, with an absolute maximum of +36°C and a minimum of +31°C. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Kochi climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Kochi in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+29°C) and the highest in 2012 (+32°C). The driest year was 1982 with only 1922 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2011 with 3371 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kochi in March:

Is March a good time to visit Kochi?

It’s always a good time to visit Kochi, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Kochi in March?

Absolutely, March is hot in Kochi. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Kochi rainy in March?

Kochi is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Kochi in March?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kochi in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in India

Check out the weather for other cities in India.

Monthly weather in Kochi

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kochi, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.