23Β° to 30Β°
Dry & Sunny
Generally the driest stretch of the year, though rain can occasionally linger into the first half of the month.
βοΈ Sunscreenπ€Ώ Great diving conditions
23Β° to 31Β°
Peak Dry Season
The most reliably dry, sunny month of the year, ideal for beaches and diving.
βοΈ Sunscreenπ€Ώ Great diving conditions
23Β° to 32Β°
Heat Builds
Still dry, but the hottest stretch of the year is just ahead.
βοΈ Sunscreenπ₯΅ Heat building
25Β° to 33Β°
Hot & Humid
The hottest month of the year, and when the first cyclones of the season can occasionally form.
π₯΅ Heat protectionπ Cyclone season begins
25Β° to 31Β°
Monsoon Approaches
Rain increases sharply as the southwest monsoon arrives.
β Umbrella handyπ Rougher seas
24Β° to 30Β°
Monsoon Breaks
Rain becomes a near-daily event, with overcast skies for long stretches.
β Heavy rain gearπ Rough seas
24Β° to 29Β°
Deep Monsoon
Among the cloudiest, wettest months of the year.
β Heavy rain gearπ Rough seas
24Β° to 29Β°
Peak Monsoon
The wettest month of the year, hot, humid, and heavily overcast.
β Heavy rain gearπ Rough seas
24Β° to 29Β°
Monsoon Lingers
Still very wet, though the heaviest rain has passed its peak.
β Umbrella handyπ Rough seas
24Β° to 30Β°
Rains Ease
Rain tapers off gradually, with more sunshine returning by the month's end.
β Umbrella handyπ€οΈ Improving
24Β° to 31Β°
Rains Fade
Rain continues to ease, though the tail end of cyclone season brings some added risk.
β Light rain jacketπ Slight cyclone risk
24Β° to 30Β°
Dry Season Returns
Rain becomes rare again, with calm seas and sunny days settling back in.
βοΈ Sunscreenπ€Ώ Diving conditions return
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Frequently asked questions
When is monsoon season in the Andaman Islands?›
The Andaman Islands' monsoon season runs roughly from May through November, with June historically the wettest, averaging around 455mm of rain across 23 days.
What is the best time of year to visit the Andaman Islands?›
Mid-January through the end of February is historically the most reliable stretch for a beach holiday: dry, sunny, and calm seas, though rain can occasionally linger into the first half of January.
What is the least favorable time to visit the Andaman Islands?›
May through September make up the heart of the southwest monsoon, when rain is heaviest, seas turn rough, and skies stay overcast for long stretches.
Which month has the most rain in the Andaman Islands?›
June is historically the wettest month, averaging around 455mm of rain across 23 days.
Which month is the driest in the Andaman Islands?›
March is historically the driest month, averaging around 10mm of rain.
How hot does it get in the Andaman Islands?›
April is historically the hottest month, and also when the first cyclones of the season can occasionally form.
What should I pack for the Andaman Islands during the rainy season?›
An umbrella is worth having, though during the peak monsoon months (June through September) rough seas tend to affect beach and boat plans more than rain itself.
Does cyclone season affect the Andaman Islands?›
Cyclone risk historically peaks twice a year: once from late April to late May, and again from October to early December.
How many hours of sunshine do the Andaman Islands get per day on average?›
It ranges widely, from as low as 3 hours a day during peak monsoon (June and July) up to around 9.5 hours a day in February.
Is diving or snorkeling good in the Andaman Islands?›
The reefs around Havelock and Neil Island are considered some of the best diving spots in India, though visibility historically drops during the monsoon months.