Kovalam weather in August
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain. Average highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C, with around 20 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While August isn't our top-rated month for Kovalam, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
28°C
Average low
24°C
Rainy days
20 days
Best months to visit
January, February
What to do in Kovalam in August
Whatever the weather, Kovalam rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Swimming in the three distinct crescent beaches (Lighthouse, Samudra, Eve's)
Lighthouse Beach sunset watching from clifftop pathways above town
Surfing or bodyboarding when swells arrive (monsoon and post-monsoon)
Shopping handicrafts at the bazaar or patronizing beach shack restaurants
Visiting nearby Padmanabhapuram Palace (18th-century royal seat)
Staying in beachfront huts or yoga retreats with Ayurvedic treatments
What to pack for August
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
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Recommended
January
30C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
Recommended
February
31C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
March
31C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
April
31C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
May
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
June
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
July
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
August (you are here)
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
September
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
October
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
November
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
December
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
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