What to know about a June Vacation in South India

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When should you plan a visit to South India? Is June a good month for a Kerala vacation? We’ll explore all the important factors – weather, special events, hotel prices and crowds. This should help you decide if June suits your needs and desires for a South India vacation.
 

What is the weather like in South India in June?

June is when South India’s natural landscape is at its beautiful best. This is the month of the onset of monsoons which bring in rainfall to all parts of South India. The coastal belts of Kerala (660 mm), Karnataka and Goa (800 mm) receive the heaviest rainfalls. The region is noted by its downfall in temperature and higher humidity. 

With the onset of monsoons, the land is at its beautiful best. Rains do cause minor inconveniences

The rains are unpredictable and do cause minor inconveniences. However sightseeing is possible as it does not rain throughout the day. The below graphic will give you an idea of the weather throughout the year. 

 

Vacation Prices & Crowds for South India in June

June in general sees a lower crowds coming in to Kerala, Goa, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. But with the onset of monsoon, it is among the most beautiful times to visit the land. Local tourism especially to attractions like waterfalls and forests happen in June.

With lesser crowds, the hotel rates are among the lowest in the annual cycle

As per our analysis of the cycle of Kerala resort/hotel rates, June rates are just below average and you will get favourable rates on accommodation for most destinations during this month. 

 

Another big cost component for a South India vacation is the airfare and it tends to fluctuate more than the hotel rates. Let us just say that we have got some real awesome flight deals to South India in the past for the month of June.
 

Are there any special events, festivals or reasons to go to South India in June?

With the onset of rains, there are fewer event and more natural beauty on offer in South India. However, here are few festivals to consider as a traveller: 

Kerala in June

Champakulam Boat Race

The Champakulam Moolam Boat race is the oldest boat race in Kerala. The event kicks off with boats decorated with colourful parasols, exotic water floats and performing artists, more like re-enacting a historic procession.

Venue: Pamba Riverside

Location: Chempakulam, Alleppey

Estimate date: End June – mid July depending on local calendar

Kottiyur temple festival

This is an extra-ordinary festival in the dense forest in North Kerala. This is among the few monsoon temple festivals in Kerala. This month long festival is attended by devotees from all over the state.

Venue: Kottiyur Temple

Location: Kannur, Kerala

Estimate date: mid-May – mid June

Have you been to South India in June? How was your experience? If there is something that we have missed or needs updates, feel free to drop a comment. Our intention is to provide the most useful/updated resources for travel planning in this part of the world. Join the conversation with your suggestions for travellers in our comments section below.

This article is part of our month-by-month analysis to help you determine the best times to visit Kerala and South India in general. Check out these links for the other months covered in this series here: January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December.