The best times to visit Kollam for ideal weather are

January 1st to December 30th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Kollam Travel Info

Weather in Kollam

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kollam vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 34th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Kollam, the hottest months are April, May, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid April where highs are regularly around 90.1°F (32.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79.4°F (26.3°C) at night.

Kollam Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kollam Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Kollam Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kollam Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kollam Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 87.1 81.8 74.4
Feb 88.1 82.9 75.9
Mar 89.4 84.3 77.8
Apr 89.9 84.9 79.2
May 88.8 84.5 79.4
Jun 86.6 82.1 77.6
Jul 85.5 81 76.8
Aug 85.7 81.1 77
Sep 86 81.7 77.2
Oct 87.1 82.3 77.3
Nov 87.1 82 76.8
Dec 87.4 82.1 75.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.6 27.7 23.6
Feb 31.2 28.3 24.4
Mar 31.9 29.1 25.4
Apr 32.2 29.4 26.2
May 31.6 29.2 26.3
Jun 30.3 27.8 25.3
Jul 29.7 27.2 24.9
Aug 29.8 27.3 25
Sep 30 27.6 25.1
Oct 30.6 27.9 25.2
Nov 30.6 27.8 24.9
Dec 30.8 27.8 24.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kollam are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid December with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of December 10th.

When can you find snow in Kollam? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Kollam.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kollam (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 1% 0 1.2
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 4% 0 1.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 1 0 3
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 4 0 3.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Kollam has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is February (61% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (77.2%).

Wind in Kollam is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is July, followed by August and June. July’s average wind speed of around 5.7 knots (6.5 MPH or 10.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late July where average top sustained speeds reach 10.8 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Kollam.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.3 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Feb 2.6 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Mar 3.2 Barely noticeable 7.4 Light breeze
Apr 3.9 Barely noticeable 8.7 Gentle breeze
May 4.8 Light breeze 9.4 Light breeze
Jun 4.8 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.7 Light breeze 10.5 Light breeze
Aug 5.6 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.7 Light breeze 9.5 Light breeze
Oct 3.3 Barely noticeable 7.8 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.2 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Dec 2.1 Barely noticeable 6.2 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62%
Feb 61%
Mar 63.5%
Apr 66.5%
May 69.5%
Jun 75.4%
Jul 77.2%
Aug 76.2%
Sep 75.6%
Oct 73.1%
Nov 73%
Dec 68.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kollam?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for India; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 01, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Kollam, India is July, followed by March and September. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Kollam in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 64.3 in June means 64.3% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Kollam Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 90.1°F (32.3°C) and 87.5°F (30.8°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is nonexistent with roughly 0 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Kollam, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 87.5°F (30.8°C) and 85.5°F (29.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a trivial amount: approximately 0 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Kollam to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 88.9°F (31.6°C) and 86.9°F (30.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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