The short answer
When to go to Panaji
November to February is the most comfortable season, with dry, sunny days suited to the promenade along the Mandovi and the sloping lanes of Fontainhas. March to May turns hot and humid, and June to September brings heavy monsoon rain that makes cobbled streets slippery and disrupts ferries and boat trips, so both stretches are best avoided by older travellers. A midday rest between 1 and 4pm is worthwhile even in the cooler months, as Panaji's afternoon sun is sharp year-round.
Month by month
Panaji weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C | 20°C | 1 mm | Dry, warm and pleasant | |
| February | 32°C | 21°C | 0 mm | Dry, sunny, comfortable | |
| March | 33°C | 23°C | 0 mm | Warming, still dry | |
| April | 33°C | 25°C | 5 mm | Hot and humid | |
| May | 34°C | 26°C | 77 mm | Hot, humid, early monsoon showers | |
| June | 31°C | 25°C | 890 mm | Peak monsoon begins | |
| July | 29°C | 24°C | 955 mm | Heaviest rain of the year | |
| August | 30°C | 24°C | 572 mm | Very heavy monsoon rain continues | |
| September | 30°C | 24°C | 304 mm | Monsoon tapering, still wet | |
| October | 32°C | 24°C | 156 mm | Post-monsoon, warm and mostly dry | |
| November | 34°C | 23°C | 21 mm | Warm, dry and comfortable | |
| December | 33°C | 21°C | 3 mm | Dry, pleasant evenings |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Panaji seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Dry, warm and pleasant
- February: Dry, sunny, comfortable
- November: Warm, dry and comfortable
- December: Dry, pleasant evenings
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming, still dry
- October: Post-monsoon, warm and mostly dry
Possible, with planning: April, May and September
- April: Hot and humid
- May: Hot, humid, early monsoon showers
- September: Monsoon tapering, still wet
Best avoided with parents or children: June, July and August
- June: Peak monsoon begins
- July: Heaviest rain of the year
- August: Very heavy monsoon rain continues
Useful answers
Best time to visit Panaji: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Panaji?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Panaji, with March and October also good. November to February is the most comfortable season, with dry, sunny days suited to the promenade along the Mandovi and the sloping lanes of Fontainhas. March to May turns hot and humid, and June to September brings heavy monsoon rain that makes cobbled streets slippery and disrupts ferries and boat trips, so both stretches are best avoided by older travellers. A midday rest between 1 and 4pm is worthwhile even in the cooler months, as Panaji's afternoon sun is sharp year-round.
Which months should I avoid in Panaji with elderly parents?
June, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Peak monsoon begins Heaviest rain of the year
When does it rain most in Panaji?
July is the wettest month, with about 955 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 34°C.