Kovalam
City in Kerala, India
Overview
Kovalam is a laid-back coastal town in Kerala, India, renowned for its stunning beaches, coconut palms, and tranquil Arabian Sea views. Once a fishing village, it now welcomes travelers seeking relaxation, Ayurvedic treatments, and delicious seafood cuisine.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
Kerala
Population
6,000
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
8.37°, 77.00°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
68
Female Safety
58
LGBTQ+ Safety
42
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$484
Local Cost
$232
Local Income
$200
Cashless
45
English
52
Temperature
27.0°C
Summer Avg
26.2°C
Winter Avg
26.6°C
Record High
36.8°C
Record Low
18.9°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1797 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TRV
Distance
15 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 68/100.