Weather Update for Kottayam
Here’s the latest on the weather for Kottayam as of May 23, 2025. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), you can expect temperatures to reach a cosy 30.0°C at their highest, and dip to 24.0°C at the coolest. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is at 85, a number that suggests conditions are generally fine today. However, clouds are likely to dominate the sky, punctuated by spells of rain or thundershowers. The IMD has put a Yellow alert in place, warning of heavy rain, thunderstorms with lightning, possible squalls, and strong winds.
If you’d like to know today’s details and what’s in store for the week ahead, here’s a brief overview:
- 🌅 Sunrise: 06:02
- 🌄 Sunset: 18:38
- 🌙 Moonrise: 02:29
- 🌑 Moonset: 14:57
Weather Recap for Kottayam
- Yesterday’s High: 33.5°C (0.6°C above usual)
- Today’s Low: 24.0°C
- No rain was recorded in the past day
Air Quality in Kottayam
The current Air Quality Index (AQI) stands at 85, labelled as “Moderate“. The primary concern, PM2.5, indicates slight pollution.
While the air is generally safe, a few individuals who are extremely sensitive might feel mild discomfort due to pollution.
Alerts and Warnings for Kottayam – Kottayam
| Date | Warning Description | Alert Level |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-22 | Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall | Yellow alert |
| 2025-05-23 | Heavy Rain, Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall, Strong Surface Winds | Yellow alert |
| 2025-05-24 | Heavy Rain, Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall, Strong Surface Winds | Yellow alert |
| 2025-05-25 | Heavy Rain | Yellow alert |
| 2025-05-26 | Heavy Rain | Yellow alert |
Kottayam – Kottayam Weather: FAQs
These particles come from sources like car exhaust, industrial emissions, fires, and dust. PM 2.5 is harmful because it can cause health problems, especially in the lungs and heart, leading to issues like asthma, lung disease, and heart attacks.
If you need to go outside, wear an N95 mask to block tiny particles.
Stay tuned for more updates on the weather in – Kottayam.