The short answer
When to go to Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram)
November to February brings the most comfortable temperatures and the calmest seas, ideal for ferries to the outer islands. March is a reasonable shoulder month before the heat and humidity build. April and May turn hot and increasingly humid ahead of the monsoon. June to September is the wettest period, with very heavy rainfall, though the islands remain accessible and indoor and short outdoor plans still work with flexible scheduling.
Month by month
Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram) weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 23°C | 49 mm | Warm, dry, calm seas; ideal for ferries | |
| February | 31°C | 23°C | 14 mm | Comfortable and dry | |
| March | 32°C | 23°C | 33 mm | Warm, still pleasant | |
| April | 33°C | 25°C | 78 mm | Hot and humid, rain building | |
| May | 32°C | 25°C | 407 mm | Heavy rain begins; seas roughen | |
| June | 30°C | 25°C | 484 mm | Very heavy monsoon rain | |
| July | 30°C | 24°C | 449 mm | Continued heavy rain | |
| August | 30°C | 24°C | 460 mm | Still very wet | |
| September | 30°C | 24°C | 505 mm | Wettest month of the year | |
| October | 30°C | 24°C | 301 mm | Rain easing; seas calming | |
| November | 31°C | 24°C | 222 mm | Warm, improving conditions | |
| December | 30°C | 24°C | 111 mm | Warm, dry and pleasant |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram) seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Warm, dry, calm seas; ideal for ferries
- February: Comfortable and dry
- December: Warm, dry and pleasant
Good, with small trade-offs: March and November
- March: Warm, still pleasant
- November: Warm, improving conditions
Possible, with planning: April and October
- April: Hot and humid, rain building
- October: Rain easing; seas calming
Best avoided with parents or children: May, June, July, August and September
- May: Heavy rain begins; seas roughen
- June: Very heavy monsoon rain
- July: Continued heavy rain
- August: Still very wet
- September: Wettest month of the year
Useful answers
Best time to visit Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram): FAQs
What is the best month to visit Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram)?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram), with March and November also good. November to February brings the most comfortable temperatures and the calmest seas, ideal for ferries to the outer islands. March is a reasonable shoulder month before the heat and humidity build. April and May turn hot and increasingly humid ahead of the monsoon. June to September is the wettest period, with very heavy rainfall, though the islands remain accessible and indoor and short outdoor plans still work with flexible scheduling.
Which months should I avoid in Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram) with elderly parents?
May, June, July, August and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Heavy rain begins; seas roughen Very heavy monsoon rain
When does it rain most in Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram)?
September is the wettest month, with about 505 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 33°C.