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Kollam weather in May (Kerala, India)

Wondering what the weather is like in Kollam during May? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Kollam includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 31°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 27°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Kollam in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 277 mm for the month. You can typically expect 11 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 193 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Kollam. January and February typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kollam, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 277 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 193 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Thiruvananthapuram, India (59 KM, 37 Miles).

Where to go in India in May

Find out more about the weather in India and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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 this month?

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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