Kollam Weather & Best Time to Visit

What it's actually like to live in Kollam - the weather through the year, healthcare, and the practical essentials.

Weather & Climate in Kollam

Tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons.

Kollam experiences a tropical monsoon climate, characterized by high temperatures and humidity year-round. The average temperature hovers between 26°C and 32°C. There's a distinct wet season from May to October, with heavy monsoon rains, and a drier period from December to March. The humidity remains high throughout the year, making the evenings by the coast particularly pleasant. The best time to visit is typically from November to March when the weather is more comfortable.

Healthcare in Kollam

HospitalTypeDistance
Ashtamudi Hospital & Trauma Care CentrePrivate8 km
Bishop Benziger HospitalPrivate5 km
Meditrina HospitalsPrivate7 km
Kollam District HospitalGovernment3 km
Holy Cross Super Speciality HospitalPrivate15 km

How to Reach Kollam

ConnectionNameDistance
AirportThiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV)57 km
RailwayKollam Junction (QLN)0 km
HighwayNational Highway 66 (NH-66)Adjacent

Frequently asked questions about Kollam

The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV) (57 km). Road and rail options are set out in the how-to-reach section above.

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