Climate in Goa

Climate in Goa

Goa is located in the tropical zone and so the climate is hot and humid most of the year. The climate of Goa is marked with sudden downpours and tropical thunderstorms and the city appears more beautiful and greener during the monsoon season.

Goa Seasons

Best Time To Visit Goa – November to March

Goa Climate in Summer Season

The summer in Goa starts with middle of March and lasts till the end of May. The climate is very hot and humid at this time and so not much crowd is seen. The tourist activities are very less during this time. The maximum average temperature in summer is 33 degree Celsius and the minimum average temperature is 23 degree Celsius.

Goa Climate in Winter Season

The winter season in Goa is the ideal time for tourism and so the winters are always crowded. Especially during Christmas and New Year, thousands of tourists haunt the place. The temperature is cooler and the sky is clear all through the day. This makes hanging out at the beaches an ideal activity. The nights are comparatively cooler and the level of humidity is moderate.

Goa Climate in Monsoon Season

The monsoon season in Goa is very prominent with an average annual rainfall of 3250 mm. There is only three to five hours of sunshine during this time when compared to nine or ten hours in summer. The sky is always hazy and cloudy and the weather turns pleasant. The monsoon season starts in July and ends in September. The rainwater fills all small rivers and the whole Goa appears completely different. The dry earth is drenched and it turns the loner’s paradise. The cool coastal breeze and the rain droplets make you feel heaven on earth.

Last Updated: 01/07/2012