Kovalam, India: vitamin D, best months and travel guide
Crescent beaches near Kerala's capital. Best for: families, Ayurveda guests.
The best months for vitamin D in Kovalam are December to February, when a full dose takes about 6 minutes at midday. Rainy or stormy from March to November.
Kovalam month by month
| Month | Rating | Sun window | Peak UV | Full dose, age 30 | Afternoon high | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 7.3 h | 7.5 | 7 min | 32°C | 9/30 |
| February | Excellent | 8.2 h | 8.5 | 6 min | 33°C | 4/30 |
| March | Bad weather | 8.5 h | 9.0 | 6 min | 33°C | 18/30 |
| April | Bad weather | 8.6 h | 8.8 | 6 min | 32°C | 25/30 |
| May | Bad weather | 6.0 h | 6.7 | 8 min | 30°C | 25/30 |
| June | Bad weather | 7.5 h | 7.0 | 8 min | 28°C | 29/30 |
| July | Bad weather | 7.5 h | 7.3 | 7 min | 28°C | 25/30 |
| August | Bad weather | 7.6 h | 7.9 | 7 min | 28°C | 24/30 |
| September | Bad weather | 8.3 h | 8.5 | 6 min | 29°C | 22/30 |
| October | Bad weather | 7.0 h | 7.5 | 7 min | 29°C | 25/30 |
| November | Bad weather | 6.5 h | 6.5 | 8 min | 29°C | 27/30 |
| December | Excellent | 6.9 h | 6.8 | 8 min | 30°C | 16/30 |
Sun window is the number of hours a day with UV Index 2.5 or higher. Full dose is the minutes at midday for about 1,000 IU of vitamin D with a quarter of the body bare, for skin type III. Rainy days are days with at least 1 mm out of 30.
What to expect in Kovalam
Crescent beaches near Kerala's capital. A dry, pleasant season from November to March, hot pre-monsoon weather in April and May, and heavy monsoon from June to September, when beaches are closed in many places. Plan for warm food and busy traffic.
In Kovalam afternoon highs average from 28°C in June to 33°C in February. The wettest month is June (about 29 rainy days out of 30) and the driest is February (4). Midday UV peaks at 9.0 in March, which is very strong, so protect your skin.
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Questions about Kovalam
When is the best time to visit Kovalam for vitamin D?
The best months for vitamin D in Kovalam are December to February, when a full dose takes about 6 minutes at midday.
What is the weather like in Kovalam?
Afternoon highs average from 28°C in June to 33°C in February. The wettest month is June, with about 29 rainy days out of 30.
Which months should I avoid in Kovalam?
For a beach stay, avoid the months when it is rainy or stormy from March to November.