Anamudi Shola National Park
National Park Protected shola forest reserve around Anamudi peak
A small national park in Kerala’s Western Ghats near Anamudi, Anamudi Shola protects montane shola forest and grassland; hikers and nature researchers visit for short treks and high-altitude flora.
How to Get to Anamudi Shola National Park #
Anamudi Shola National Park is in the Idukki/Ernakulam region of Kerala. The nearest major towns are Munnar and Devikulam; access involves a combination of regional roads and, for some approaches, forest-track driving. Check Kerala Forest Department guidance for permits and current access rules.
Tips for Visiting Anamudi Shola National Park #
- Hire a local guide-entry and access to shola-and-grassland mosaics can be restricted and guides know seasonal trails.
- Visit early morning for birdwatching; endemic species such as the Nilgiri wood pigeon and various warblers are most active at first light.
- Avoid the monsoon (June-September) when trails become slippery and some parts of the park may close.
Best Time to Visit Anamudi Shola National Park #
Best visited between November and April when trails are more accessible; monsoon months bring heavy rain and limited access.
Weather & Climate near Anamudi Shola National Park #
Anamudi Shola National Park's climate is classified as Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) - Subtropical Highland (Dry Winter) climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 8°C to 22°C. Heavy rainfall (2306 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Heavy rain (224 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (399 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Heavy rain (324 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Heavy rain (310 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Heavy rain (276 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Heavy rain (231 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
