Caution
Coorg (Kodagu) in May
Karnataka, India
Hot and humid. Pre-monsoon thunderstorms.
Why May scores 2/5
Weather
Hot and humid. Pre-monsoon thunderstorms.
Roads & Access
self drive: SUV recommended. Ghat roads need confidence.. road condition: Winding ghat roads. Well-maintained but narrow sections.. public transport: KSRTC buses from Mysore/Bangalore. Limited frequency.. from nearest city: Mysore 120km (3hrs). Bangalore 260km (5.5hrs). Mangalore 140km (4hrs).. last km difficulty: moderate
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 4/5. helpline: 100. ambulance: 108. police station: Madikeri Police Station. nearest hospital: Madikeri District Hospital. Mysore (120km) for advanced care.
Network
JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Good in Madikeri. Patchy in remote plantations.
Kids
Kid-friendly (5/5) — Coffee plantation stays are family-friendly, Cool climate, Elephant camp interaction, Nature all around
Elevation
1,100m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
- ✓Remote workers (network available)
Who should think twice
- ✗Those with flexible dates — better months exist
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4/5 | Cool 10-25°C. Coffee harvest season. Clear mornings. Plantation stays at best. |
| February | 4/5 | Pleasant. Comfortable for Abbey Falls and treks. |
| March | 4/5 | Warming up slightly. Still excellent. Coffee blossom season. |
| April | 3/5 | Getting warmer. Pre-monsoon showers begin. |
| Mayviewing | 2/5 | Hot and humid. Pre-monsoon thunderstorms. |
| June | 2/5 | Monsoon arrives — dramatic landscapes but leeches, landslides, fog. |
| July | 2/5 | Heavy monsoon. Waterfalls at peak. Roads can be dangerous. |
| August | 2/5 | Monsoon continues. Leeches on all treks. Abbey Falls dramatic. |
| September | 4/5 | Post-monsoon — lush green, mist, waterfalls still flowing. One of the best months. |
| October | 5/5 | Perfect — green, cool, clear. Coffee plantation stays at their finest. |
| November | 5/5 | Excellent weather. Cool mornings. Misty valleys. Peak season. |
| December | 5/5 | Peak — cool 8-24°C, holiday season, book plantation stays ahead. |
Practical Details
How to reach
Mysore 120km (3hrs). Bangalore 260km (5.5hrs). Mangalore 140km (4hrs).. Roads: Winding ghat roads. Well-maintained but narrow sections.. Self-drive: SUV recommended. Ghat roads need confidence.. Public transport: KSRTC buses from Mysore/Bangalore. Limited frequency.. Last stretch: moderate
Elevation
1,100m
Difficulty
easy
Budget tier
mid-range
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