Best Time to Visit Goa
Best time to visit Goa: January, February, March, April, November and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Goa
Go in January, February, March, April, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: May, September and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Goa month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 94° | 68° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 98° | 68° | 0,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 99° | 72° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 99° | 78° | 0,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 95° | 78° | 10,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 86° | 76° | 28,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 82° | 74° | 47,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 84° | 75° | 16,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 84° | 74° | 15,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 89° | 74° | 11,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 93° | 71° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 94° | 69° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Goa compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Goa.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | 274 mi | 81°F | about the same | 91 in |
| Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport | 275 mi | 81°F | about the same | 91 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid May, September and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Goa is a city in India. Goa is known for Beaches, Portuguese churches and nightlife. It has a population of about 1.5 million.
Right now it is 80°F (27°C) in Goa with overcast. It feels like 91°F. Today runs from 74°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Goa is January, February, March, April, November and December. The climate is tropical. May, September and October tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 99°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 68°F.
The closest major airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), about 275 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 84°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Goa today at 9.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Goa right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:55 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 84° / 74°
Showers · 100% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 84° / 74°
Light showers · 100% rain · wind 9 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Goa?
Goa is a city in India. Its coordinates are 15.2993, 74.124. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Goa right now?
It is currently 80°F (27°C) with overcast. Humidity is 88% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Goa?
January, February, March, April, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Goa, which has a tropical climate. May, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Goa in?
Goa observes Asia/Kolkata (UTC+05:30). The local time is 3:55 AM.
How many people live in Goa?
Goa has a population of approximately 1.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Goa?
The closest airports are Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), 275 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 3:55 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
