Kollam weather in January (Kerala, India)

Curious about the January weather in Kollam? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Kollam the weather in January is generally perfect, with very high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 31°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Kollam in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 21 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Typically around 1 day of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 263 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January and February typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kollam climate page with graphs.

 

Kollam, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 4%  

Precipitation 21 mm  

Rainy days 1 day  

Humidity 64% *  

Sunshine 263 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Thiruvananthapuram, India (59 KM, 37 Miles).

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Kollam in January?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

9/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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