The short answer
When to go to Ashwem Beach
The best months are November to February: dry and sunny, with the sea open and lifeguards on duty. December and January are the busiest and most expensive. March to May is hotter and more humid, and shacks begin to close. June to September is the monsoon, when swimming and coastal water sports are prohibited and rocks are slippery. For older travellers, January and February give the best balance of comfort and quiet, outside the New Year rush.
Month by month
Ashwem Beach weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C | 20°C | 1 mm | Dry, sunny and settled; lifeguarded season, busy at New Year | |
| February | 32°C | 21°C | 0 mm | Dry and bright; a little quieter than January | |
| March | 33°C | 23°C | 0 mm | Hotter and more humid; shacks still open | |
| April | 33°C | 25°C | 5 mm | Hot and humid; shacks begin to wind down | |
| May | 34°C | 26°C | 77 mm | Heat and pre-monsoon showers; most shacks close | |
| June | 31°C | 25°C | 890 mm | Monsoon; sea closed to swimmers, red flags | |
| July | 29°C | 24°C | 955 mm | Heaviest rain; swimming and water sports prohibited | |
| August | 30°C | 24°C | 572 mm | Monsoon continues; rough sea, many places shut | |
| September | 30°C | 24°C | 304 mm | Rain easing; beach still closed for swimming | |
| October | 32°C | 24°C | 156 mm | Showers fade; shacks reopen late in the month | |
| November | 34°C | 23°C | 21 mm | Dry again; sea reopens and shacks are going up | |
| December | 33°C | 21°C | 3 mm | Peak season: dry, lively and the most expensive |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Ashwem Beach seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Dry, sunny and settled; lifeguarded season, busy at New Year
- February: Dry and bright; a little quieter than January
- November: Dry again; sea reopens and shacks are going up
- December: Peak season: dry, lively and the most expensive
Good, with small trade-offs: March
- March: Hotter and more humid; shacks still open
Possible, with planning: April, May and October
- April: Hot and humid; shacks begin to wind down
- May: Heat and pre-monsoon showers; most shacks close
- October: Showers fade; shacks reopen late in the month
Best avoided with parents or children: June, July, August and September
- June: Monsoon; sea closed to swimmers, red flags
- July: Heaviest rain; swimming and water sports prohibited
- August: Monsoon continues; rough sea, many places shut
- September: Rain easing; beach still closed for swimming
Useful answers
Best time to visit Ashwem Beach: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Ashwem Beach?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Ashwem Beach, with March also good. The best months are November to February: dry and sunny, with the sea open and lifeguards on duty. December and January are the busiest and most expensive. March to May is hotter and more humid, and shacks begin to close. June to September is the monsoon, when swimming and coastal water sports are prohibited and rocks are slippery. For older travellers, January and February give the best balance of comfort and quiet, outside the New Year rush.
Which months should I avoid in Ashwem Beach with elderly parents?
June, July, August and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Monsoon; sea closed to swimmers, red flags Heaviest rain; swimming and water sports prohibited
When does it rain most in Ashwem Beach?
July is the wettest month, with about 955 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 34°C.