Best Time to Visit Andaman Islands : Month-by-Month Guide

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands have a tropical climate that makes it warm almost throughout the year. Nonetheless, the weather may significantly differ with a change in seasons. This Month-by-month guide will help you decide the perfect time to visit the Andaman depending on your desired experience, such as beach fun, water sports, wildlife, or a quiet, relaxing time.

October to March – Considered the Best Time to Visit

The Andaman is best during the best tourist season of October to March. Under blue skies, good temperatures, and still seas, this is the greatest time to go on sightseeing tours, go to beaches, and engage in water activities such as snorkeling and scuba diving. Being a nature lover, an adventure seeker, or just in need of a relaxing holiday, the islands are the most welcoming in these months.

This season is the most popular Andaman tourist season as it focuses on family tourists, couples, and first-time tourists, given the perfect Andaman weather.

• October : Monsoon is finished; the climate is beginning to clear. Fewer people and green scenery. A brilliant moment for photographers.
• November : The good weather starts. It is good for inter-island travel and scuba diving because the sea is calm during this time.
• December : Peak tourist season. Ideal beach conditions and in a place that has plenty of tourists, particularly near Christmas and New Year.
• January : Good, clear skies and dry weather, with water sports and scuba diving at Havelock and Neil are very good.
• February : Ideal times to go on an island hopping and marine park day trips because this is a warm sunny day with cool nights.
• March : A little bit warmer, still an excellent time to do things, such as snorkel, walk by the sea, and kayak.

May to April – Summer Season

The weather may be hot and humid, but the clear water is a great time to engage in water activities such as snorkeling, jet skiing, and sea walking. It is an off-season travel period that suits those looking forward to fewer crowds and cheaper hotels and resorts.
Remember to buy sunscreen, wear loose clothes, and also be hydrated to maximize your tropical vacation.

• April : Best visibility this month to dive and snorkel. Fewer people than in wintertime.
• May : The driest month, hot, however. Tour operators and hotels also give discounts. At the end of May, monsoon rains start to appear.

Between June to September (Monsoon Season)

The Andaman monsoon season, which lasts between June and September, is also not conducive to water sports and travelling across islands because of excessive rains and sea disturbances, leading to cancellations of ferries.

But in case you like feeling isolated, having lots of green surfacing around you, and looking into nature in its most natural form, this can be your ideal vacation spot. Since there is less tourist traffic and the rates are excellent during the off-season, it is an excellent time to visit the Andaman Islands on a shoestring budget and to view the destination in a more tranquil, meditative mood.

• June : Monsoon begins; it is the start of the rough sea conditions and heavy rainfall.
• July : Lots of rain, travel may be inconvenient. There is low access to ferries.
• August : the same as in July. There are fewer tourists, although certain resorts shut down during that period.
• September : Rain will begin reducing towards the end of the month. Good season to relax; however, consider the weather conditions.

Note : water activities like scuba diving, snorkeling are normally prohibited during this period. Weather can also cause the cancellation or delay of flights.