Kovalam weather in January
Hot and humid, with occasional showers. Average highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C, with around 7 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Kovalam. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
30°C
Average low
22°C
Rainy days
7 days
Best months to visit
January, February
What to do in Kovalam in January
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 January
Light breathable clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and a reusable water bottle are essential. Pack sandals and at least one light layer for air-conditioned interiors.
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Recommended
January (you are here)
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
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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