Kerala monsoon and climatic conditions

Monsoon with its charm is a great relief from the hot summer. It is refreshing and provides enthusiasm to everyone.

In Kerala monsoon and climatic conditions are related. During this season, Kerala experiences high humidity which is due to the abundance of moisture in the air. Diverse climatic conditions can be seen during the monsoon.

The southwest monsoon, Edavapathy, occurs from June to September. Heavy rainfall is recorded in this period. The northeast monsoon, Thulavarsham, is from October to November. Rainfall is comparatively less during this period.

Monsoon has a great impact on the social and economic lives of the natives. Monsoon is a great boon to the farmers who are dependent on monsoon for their agricultural activities like planting and cultivation. Monsoon provides for the water needs of the people. Water resources, lakes, rivers are replenished by the rains. The reservoirs and hydro-electric projects are mostly dependent on the Monsoon.

Monsoon tourism in Kerala is famous for its unique lush green landscapes, bird watching and observing wild life. The cherished beauty and calmness of Monsoon gives joyful atmosphere to the tourists.

Tourists often visit during this time for the Karkkidaka chikitsa, a Monsoon specialty Ayurvedic treatment. This treatment is to cure various ailments due to the monsoon’s climatic changes and to boost immunity. People from all around the world avail this treatment.

Kerala’s festivals like Onam and certain other rituals are celebrated during the Monsoon season. Local monsoon festivals to celebrate the arrival of monsoon are common in some parts of Kerala.

The Malayalam month, Karkkidaka, is observed as Ramayana month, in which the epic Ramayana is recited in temples and houses.

The Nehru trophy boat race, one of the famous boat races in Kerala, is held in the Punnamada lake, Alleppey, take place during the monsoon.

Thiruvathirakali predominantly celebrated by women is associated with the monsoon.

Monsoon brings in a joyous environment wherein people come together to celebrate the beauty of nature and the bountiful harvest. This season is depicted as a celebration of the rich and varied cultural heritage of Kerala.