The short answer
When to go to Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)
November to February brings Havelock's calmest seas, clearest water and most comfortable temperatures, the best window for swimming, snorkelling and the flat, accessible beaches at Radhanagar and Elephant Beach. March to May turns very hot and humid. June to September is the monsoon, with regular rain and occasionally rough seas that can affect ferries and boat trips to Elephant Beach, though the island stays open to visitors throughout. Strong year-round sun makes a hat, sunscreen and a rash guard essential even on cloudy days.
Month by month
Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 23°C | 49 mm | Calm seas, clear water; the best month for the beaches | |
| February | 31°C | 23°C | 14 mm | Dry and comfortable; ideal snorkelling conditions | |
| March | 32°C | 23°C | 33 mm | Warming up; seas generally still calm | |
| April | 33°C | 25°C | 78 mm | Very hot and humid; midday sun is intense | |
| May | 32°C | 25°C | 407 mm | Monsoon rain builds; seas can turn choppy at times | |
| June | 30°C | 25°C | 484 mm | Wet season; humid with regular showers, tourism continues | |
| July | 30°C | 24°C | 449 mm | Continued monsoon rain; some ferry delays possible | |
| August | 30°C | 24°C | 460 mm | Still wet, though beaches remain usable between showers | |
| September | 30°C | 24°C | 505 mm | Rain tapering slowly through the month | |
| October | 30°C | 24°C | 301 mm | Rain easing further; a quieter, pleasant option | |
| November | 31°C | 24°C | 222 mm | Dry and calm; conditions improving fast | |
| December | 30°C | 24°C | 111 mm | Dry, calm and clear; excellent beach weather |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Calm seas, clear water; the best month for the beaches
- February: Dry and comfortable; ideal snorkelling conditions
- December: Dry, calm and clear; excellent beach weather
Good, with small trade-offs: March and November
- March: Warming up; seas generally still calm
- November: Dry and calm; conditions improving fast
Possible, with planning: May, June, July, August, September and October
- May: Monsoon rain builds; seas can turn choppy at times
- June: Wet season; humid with regular showers, tourism continues
- July: Continued monsoon rain; some ferry delays possible
- August: Still wet, though beaches remain usable between showers
- September: Rain tapering slowly through the month
- October: Rain easing further; a quieter, pleasant option
Best avoided with parents or children: April
- April: Very hot and humid; midday sun is intense
Useful answers
Best time to visit Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep): FAQs
What is the best month to visit Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep), with March and November also good. November to February brings Havelock's calmest seas, clearest water and most comfortable temperatures, the best window for swimming, snorkelling and the flat, accessible beaches at Radhanagar and Elephant Beach. March to May turns very hot and humid. June to September is the monsoon, with regular rain and occasionally rough seas that can affect ferries and boat trips to Elephant Beach, though the island stays open to visitors throughout. Strong year-round sun makes a hat, sunscreen and a rash guard essential even on cloudy days.
Which months should I avoid in Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) with elderly parents?
April is the month to avoid with older travellers. Very hot and humid; midday sun is intense
When does it rain most in Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)?
September is the wettest month, with about 505 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 33°C.