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Kochi in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Kochi in May and see if it is worth visiting.
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May

Weather in Kochi in May 2025

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Kochi in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +31°C during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 25 rainy days in the month and around 298 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+23°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
298 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
25 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kochi has OK weather in May.

Average temperature in Kochi in May

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

Going from a maximum of +34°C during the day to a minimum of +25°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +32°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +32°C to +32°C.

Is Kochi warm or cold in May?

Kochi is typically hot in May.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +32°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +26°C to +26°C.

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

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Kochi:

Climate in Kochi in May

Kochi weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+32°C+31°C+28°C
Min. temperature
+23°C+23°C+23°C
Max. temperature
+38°C+36°C+33°C
Rainfall
152 mm298 mm527 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
82%84%88%
Air pressure
1008 HPa1008 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
100
Cloudy days
110
Rainy days
222529
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as ok as in April. It’s getting colder in May. From +32°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +31°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 152 mm to 298 mm. Humidity rises from 82% to 84%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 1 sunny days in April to 0 in May.

June brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Kochi in May 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 decreasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Kochi based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 87% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 184 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 27 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how May 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 May in Kochi?

This is the weather in Kochi in May 2023:
1 May
🌧️
+32°C
2 May
🌧️
+32°C
3 May
☁️
+31°C
4 May
☁️
+33°C
5 May
☁️
+31°C
6 May
🌧️
+31°C
7 May
☁️
+31°C
8 May
🌧️
+33°C
9 May
🌧️
+31°C
10 May
🌧️
+32°C
11 May
🌧️
+34°C
12 May
☁️
+33°C
13 May
🌧️
+32°C
14 May
☁️
+33°C
15 May
☁️
+31°C
16 May
☁️
+34°C
17 May
🌧️
+34°C
18 May
🌧️
+33°C
19 May
🌧️
+31°C
20 May
🌧️
+32°C
21 May
🌧️
+32°C
22 May
☁️
+32°C
23 May
☁️
+32°C
24 May
🌧️
+32°C
25 May
☁️
+32°C
26 May
🌧️
+31°C
27 May
🌧️
+32°C
28 May
☁️
+32°C
29 May
☁️
+33°C
30 May
☁️
+33°C
31 May
☁️
+32°C
In May 2023 Kochi had 0 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 16 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +32°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +31°C. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 71%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 6 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 May 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 May:

Is May a good time to visit Kochi?

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

Can you sunbathe in Kochi in May?

Absolutely, May 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 May?

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

Is it sunny in Kochi in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kochi in May, 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, 2022.

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.