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FEBRUARY

Temperature 

After a relatively cool January, things start to get warmer in Goa, India in February. At this time of year, the average temperature increases as the month develops, beginning at 24.5°C at the start of the month, created by average highs of 30°C during the day and average lows of 19°C at night. This increases to 26.5°C by the end of the month, created by highs of 32°C during the daytime and lows of 21°C at night, making the final week of February the best time to visit Goa if you want to travel to the resort when it's at its hottest.

Even though it only happens on an average of 10% of days, temperatures have been known to rise above 36°C and drop below 16°C in Goa in February. The hottest temperature ever registered in the resort during this month is 39°C, whilst the coldest temperature ever recorded here during this time of year is 7°C.

Since February is a fairly cool month for Goa, it's perfect for holidaymakers who really want to visit the resort but can't stand extremely high temperatures. If you're planning to holiday in Goa this month, you'll need to take plenty of airy and light clothing with you to make sure you stay cool, as well as swimming gear, protective hats, suntan lotion and sunglasses to avoid heatstroke and sunburn.

Rain

February is one of the driest months of the year for Goa, when the resort is subject to an average of 0.1mm/0 inches of rainfall which falls on one rainy day – that's a small decrease compared to January. The probability of rainfall making an appearance begins at 1.2% on February 1st, rises up to 1.5% by February 13th and drops back down to 1.2% by February 28th. If you do experience some precipitation during your holiday in Goa in February, it will most likely be light rain (which falls on 40% of days without rainfall), drizzle (27%), thunderstorms (21%) and moderate rain (12%).

Sunshine Hours 

During an average February, Goa boasts an average of ten daily hours of sunshine – that's one hour less each day than the previous month – along with an average sea temperature of 28°C – that's 1°C warmer than the previous month. With such a warm average sea temperature and so many hours of sunshine each day, February is the perfect month to spend a day at the beach. If you do hit the coast in Goa during this month, try and stay out of the direct sunlight between 11am and 3pm, when the sun is at its strongest.

Since the median cloud coverage for the resort in February is so low, you'll have plenty of chances to sunbathe during your holiday. The median cloud cover begins at 3% on February 1st and rises up to 5% by February 28th. On an average day, the sky is clear/mostly clear 72% of the time, partly cloudy 7% and mostly cloudy/overcast 2%.

Humid

The relative humidity for Goa in February tends to range between 34% (comfortable) and 85% (very humid), rarely dropping below 21% (dry) or reaching as high as 100% (very humid). The air is usually at its driest around February 25th, when the relative humidity falls below 41% (comfortable) three days out of four, whilst it's often at its most humid around February 19th, when it rises above 77% (humid) three days out of four.

Wind

Over the course of a typical February, average wind speeds fluctuate between 0 m/s (calm) and 5 m/s (gentle breeze), rarely rising above 7 m/s (moderate breeze). The highest average wind speed of 2 m/s (light breeze) occurs around February 29th, when the average daily maximum is 5 m/s, whilst the lowest average wind speed of 2 m/s happens around February 1st, when the average daily maximum is 5 m/s.

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MARCH

Temperature

The weather continues to get warmer in Goa, India in March, following on from a relatively cool January and February. During this month, the average temperature starts off at 26.5°C, created by average highs of 32°C during the daytime and lows of 21°C after dark. This increases up to 28.5°C by the end of the month, created by highs of 33°C during the daytime and lows of 24°C after dark, which makes the final week in March the best time to holiday in Goa if you want to visit when temperatures are at their highest.

Although it only happens on an average of once every ten days, temperatures have been known to rise above 36°C and fall below 19°C in Goa in March. The highest temperature ever registered in the resort at this time of year is 43°C, whilst the lowest temperature ever recorded in Goa during this month is 15°C.

Since temperatures are beginning to get fairly hot in Goa in March, this month is best reserved for holidaymakers who love high temperatures and the sunshine. If you plan on visiting the resort at this time you year, make sure you pack lots of light and airy clothing to keep you cool, as well as sunglasses, hats and suntan lotion to protect you from the sun's rays. On the other hand, if you're not a fan of the heat, forget about visiting Goa in March and plan your holiday for January instead, which is usually the coldest month of the year for the resort.

Rain

March is one of the driest months of the year for Goa, when the resort receives an average of 1.2mm/0 inches of rainfall which falls on a single rainy day – that's a small increase compared to last month. The likelihood of precipitation making an appearance at this time of year starts off at 1.1% on March 1st and gradually decreases down to 0.7% by March 24th, before it rises up to 0.9% by March 31st. If you do get some wet weather during your holiday in Goa in March, it will most probably be thunderstorms (which occur on 54% of days with rainfall), moderate rain (23%), light rain (14%) or drizzle (8%).

Sunshine Hours

Over the course of an average March, Goa enjoys around 11 hours of daily sunshine – that's one hour more each day than the previous month – along with an average sea temperature of 28°C – that's the same as the previous month. With such a high number of sunshine hours every day and such a warm sea temperature, March is the ideal month to hit the beach. If you are planning a beach day during your Goa holiday in March, try and avoid being out in direct sunlight between 11am and 3pm, when the sun is strongest.

The median cloud coverage significantly increases as March progresses, making the first week of the month the best time to visit if you want to do a lot of sunbathing. The median cloud cover starts off at 5% on March 1st and rises up to 10% by March 21st, peaking at 13% by March 31st. On an average day, the sky is clear/mostly clear 73% of the time, partly cloudy 10% and mostly cloudy/overcast 2%.

Humidity

The relative humidity for Goa in March fluctuates between 34% (comfortable) and 89% (very humid), rarely falling below 20% (dry) or reaching as high as 100% (very humid). The air tends to be driest around March 1st, when the relative humidity falls below 42% (comfortable) three days out of four, whilst it's usually at its most humid around March 29th, when the relative humidity rises above 84% (humid) three days out of four.

Wind

During an average March, typical wind speeds range between 0 m/s (calm) and 6 m/s (moderate breeze), rarely rising over 7 m/s (moderate breeze). The highest average wind speed of 2 m/s (light breeze) happens around March 28th, when the average daily maximum is 6 m/s (moderate breeze), whilst the lowest average wind speed of 2 m/s occurs around March 1st, when the average daily maximum is 5 m/s (gentle breeze).

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APRIL

Temperature 

Although average highs in April are the same as in March in Goa, India, the average lows are higher, resulting in an increase in average temperature which increases further still as the month develops. At this time of year, the average temperature starts off at 29°C, created by highs of 33°C during the daytime and lows of 25°C after dark. This rises up to 29.5°C by the end of the month, created by highs of 33°C during the daytime and lows of 26°C after dark, which makes the final week in April the best time to visit Goa if you want to holiday there when temperatures are at their highest.

Even though it only happens on an average of once every ten days, temperatures have been known to rise above 36°C and drop below 23°C in Goa in April. The hottest temperature ever recorded in the resort during this month is 44°C, whilst the coldest temperature ever registered here at this time of year is 16°C.

Because temperatures are starting to warm up by April in Goa, this month is best suited to travellers who love the heat and the sunshine. If you want to visit the resort during this month, you\\\\\\\'ll need to pack a good selection of light and airy clothing to ensure you stay cool, as well as hats, sunglasses and suntan cream to protect you from the sun. However, if you\\\\\\\'re not a fan of high temperatures, forget about visiting Goa in April and plan your holiday for January instead, when temperatures are usually at their lowest.

Rain

April sees a slight increase in rainfall when compared to March, although the overall amount of rainfall is still very little, compared to Europe. During this month, Goa is subject to an average of 12mm/0 inches of rainfall which falls on one wet day. The probability of rainfall making an appearance during this month begins at 1% on April 1st and begins to rise quickly from April 15th, when it jumps from 1% up to 5% by April 30th, making the first week of April the best time to visit if you want to avoid rainfall. If you do get some precipitation during your holiday in Goa, it will most probably be thunderstorms (which occur on 39% of days with rainfall), moderate rain (23%), light rain/drizzle (17%) or heavy rain (4%).

Sunshine Hours

During a normal April, Goa boasts an average of 12 hours of sunshine every day – that\\\\\\\'s one hour more each day than the previous month – alongside an average sea temperature of 29°C – that\\\\\\\'s 1°C more than the previous month. With such a high number of daily sunshine hours and such a warm sea temperature, April is a great month to spend a day at the beach. However, try and avoid being out in direct sunlight between 11am and 3pm, when the sun\\\\\\\'s rays are strongest.

The median cloud coverage increases drastically as April develops, which makes the first week of the month the best time to visit if you plan to do a lot of sunbathing during your holiday in Goa. The median cloud cover begins at 14% on April 1st and rises up to 18% by April 11th, 24% by April 21st and 30% by April 30th. April 1st is the clearest day of the month, when the sky is clear/mostly clear/partly cloudy 85% of the time and overcast/mostly cloudy 2%. April 30th is the cloudiest day of the month, when the sky is overcast/mostly cloudy/partly cloudy 35% of the time and clear/mostly clear 60%.

Humidity

The relative humidity for Goa in April varies between 42% (comfortable) and 88% (very humid), rarely falling below 26% (dry) or reaching as high as 100% (very humid). The air is usually at its driest around April 1st, when the relative humidity falls below 51% (mildly humid) three days out of four. Strangely, the air also tends to be at its most humid around April 1st, when the relative humidity rises above 83% (humid) three days out of four.

Wind

Over the course of an average April, typical wind speeds fluctuate between 0 m/s (calm) and 6 m/s (moderate breeze), rarely going above 7 m/s (moderate breeze). The highest average wind speed of 3 m/s (light breeze) happens around April 30th, when the average daily maximum wind speed is 6 m/s (moderate breeze), whilst the lowest average wind speed of 2 m/s (light breeze) happens around April 4th, when the average daily maximum is 6 m/s.

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MAY

Temperature

Even though average highs in May are the same as in April in Goa, India, the average lows are higher, which results in an increase in average temperature which increases further still as the month progresses. At this time of year, the average temperature begins at 30°C, created by highs of 33°C during the daytime and lows of 27°C after dark. This rises up to 33.5°C by the end of the month, created by highs of 33°C during the daytime and lows of 28°C after dark, making the final week of May the best time to visit Goa if you want to travel to the resort when temperatures are at their highest.

Although it only happens on an average of once every ten days, temperatures can sometimes rise above 35°C and drop below 25°C in Goa in May. The highest temperature ever recorded in the resort at this time of year is 45°C, whilst the lowest temperature ever registered here during this month is 18°C.

Since temperatures are relatively high in May in Goa, this month is best suited to holidaymakers who can\'t get enough of high temperatures and sunshine. If you plan to visit the resort at this time of year, take plenty of light and airy clothing to help you stay cool, plus sunglasses, hats and suntan lotion to avoid heatstroke and sunburn. However, if you\'re not a fan of the heat, forget about going to Goa in May and plan your trip for January instead, which is usually the coldest month of the year.

Rain

Since May falls just before the start of the monsoon season, Goa experiences a fair amount of rainfall during this month, although compared to Europe, this rainfall is hardly anything. At this time of year, Goa is subject to an average of 113mm/4 inches of rainfall which is divided between four rainy days.

The likelihood of precipitation making an appearance during your holiday starts off at 5% on May 1st and gradually increases up to 38% by May 31st, making the first week of May the best time to visit if you want to avoid any wet weather. If you do experience some precipitation during your holiday, it will most likely be thunderstorms (which fall on 31% of days with rainfall), moderate rain (28%), light rain (17%), drizzle (16%) or heavy rain (8%).

Sunshine Hours / Sea Temperature

During an average May, Goa enjoys around 12 hours of sunshine every day – that\'s the same as the previous month – along with an average sea temperature of 30°C – that\'s 1°C higher than the previous month. With so many daily sunshine hours and such a warm sea temperature, May is a great month to hit the beach, but try and avoid being out in the sun between 11am and 3pm, when the sun\'s rays are most powerful.

Cloud

The median cloud coverage increases rapidly as May progresses, making the first week of the month the best time to go if you want to work on your tan. Median cloud cover starts off at 30% on May 1st and rises up to 57% by May 31st. May 1st is the clearest day of the month, when the sky is clear/mostly clear/partly cloudy 91% of the time and overcast/mostly cloudy 4%, whilst May 31st is the cloudiest day of the month, when the sky is overcast/mostly cloudy/partly cloudy 65% of the time and clear/mostly clear 34%.

The relative humidity for Goa in May varies from 50% (mildly humid) to 88% (very humid), rarely falling below 37% (comfortable) or reaching as high as 100% (very humid). The air is driest around May 1st, when the relative humidity falls below 57% (mildly humid) three days out of four, whilst it\'s at its most humid around May 6th, when it rises above 81% (humid) three days out of four.

Wind

Over the course of the month, average wind speeds fluctuate between 0 m/s (calm) and 6 m/s (moderate breeze), rarely exceeding 7 m/s (moderate breeze). The highest average wind speed of 3 m/s (light breeze) happens around May 30th, when the average daily maximum is 6 m/s (moderate breeze), whilst the lowest average wind speed of 3 m/s occurs around May 1st, when the average daily maximum is 6 m/s

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JUNE

Temperature

After May, the hottest month of the year, things start to cool down in Goa, India in June, when the monsoon season is just beginning. During this month, the average temperature starts off at 30.5°C, created by average highs of 33°C during the daytime and lows of 28°C after dark. This drops down to 28°C by the end of the month, created by highs of 30°C during the day and lows of 26°C after dark, making the first week of June the best time to visit if you want to holiday in Goa when temperatures are at their highest.

Even though it only happens on an average of 10% of days, temperatures have been known to rise above 34°C and drop below 25°C in Goa in June. The hottest temperature ever registered in the resort during this month is 44°C, whilst the coldest temperature ever recorded here at this time of year is 18°C.

Since June marks the beginning of the monsoon season in Goa, it isn\\\'t one of the most popular times to visit, which will result in very cheap holiday deals. The beginning of the month is the warmest and driest, making it the best time to go, but if you don\\\'t mind a little bit of rainfall, you could save a fortune by travelling at the end of the month. If you do decide to visit Goa in June, you\\\'ll need to take plenty of light and airy clothing to keep you cool, hats, sunglasses and suntan lotion to protect you from the sun\\\'s rays and waterproof clothing to help you stay dry.

However, if you want to avoid high temperatures and excessive rainfall, forget about holidaying in Goa in June and plan your trip for February instead, which is one of the coolest and driest months of the year.

Rain

Since it falls within the monsoon season, Goa is subject to a relatively high amount of rainfall in June. During this month, the resort receives around 868mm/34 inches of rainfall which is spread out between 22 rainy days. The probability of precipitation occurring greatly increases as the month develops, starting off at 39% on June 1st and rising up to 78% by June 30th. The most common forms of precipitation experienced in the resort at this time of year are moderate rain (which falls on 40% of days with rainfall), thunderstorms (21%), light rain (17%), drizzle (12%) and heavy rain (11%).

Sunshine Hours / Sea Temperature

Over the course of an average June, Goa boasts eight hours of daily sunshine – that\\\'s four hours less each day than the previous month – along with an average sea temperature of 29°C – that\\\'s 1°C cooler than the previous month. Although the sea will definitely be warm enough for swimming in Goa in June, the regular moderate rain showers might make the high number of daily sunshine hours less enjoyable.

Cloud

The median cloud coverage increases significantly as June develops, beginning at 58% on June 1st and rising up to 81% by June 30th. June 1st is the clearest day of the month, when the sky is clear/mostly clear/partly cloudy 71% of the time and overcast/mostly cloudy 28%, whilst June 30th is the cloudiest day of the month, when the sky is overcast/mostly cloudy/partly cloudy 86% of the time and clear/mostly clear 14%.

Humidity

The relative humidity for Goa in June fluctuates between 56% (mildly humid) and 94% (very humid), rarely falling below 46% (comfortable) or reaching as high as 100% (very humid). The air tends to be driest around June 1st, when the relative humidity falls below 61% (mildly humid) three days out of four, whilst it\\\'s often at its most humid around June 30th, when it rises above 89% (very humid) three days out of four.

Wind

During an average June, wind speeds vary between 1 m/s (light air) and 6 m/s (moderate breeze), rarely going above 8 m/s (fresh breeze). The highest average wind speed of 4 m/s (gentle breeze) happens around June 26th, when the average daily maximum is 6 m/s, whilst the lowest average wind speed of 3 m/s (light breeze) occurs around June 2nd, when the average daily maximum wind speed is 6 m/s.