The temperatures soar to 39 degree Celsius during summers and humidity is very high. This is not the best time to visit Varkala if such heat is unbearable. Some major festivals such as Kaliyoot Festival and Arattu are held during March.
During monsoon Varkala is witness to heavy rain falls averaging around 222 millimetres. The nature is at its greenest but roaming around the city is very difficult.
Winters are the best time to visit Varkala as the temperatures are relatively low and weather is pleasant.