The short answer
When to go to Lakshadweep
The best window is November to February, when seas are calmer, rain is lower and lagoons are clearest, with October and March also workable. From mid-May to mid-September the south-west monsoon brings heavy rain and rough water outside the reef, and many sea transfers become unreliable. Temperatures barely change through the year, so the monsoon, not the heat, is what decides your dates. Older travellers should avoid the monsoon and April humidity.
Month by month
Lakshadweep weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 24°C | 27 mm | Dry, calm seas, best for lagoon days | |
| February | 30°C | 24°C | 25 mm | Driest stretch; good visibility | |
| March | 31°C | 24°C | 20 mm | Warming up, still dry | |
| April | 32°C | 27°C | 73 mm | Hot and humid before the monsoon | |
| May | 31°C | 26°C | 213 mm | Monsoon sets in; rough seas outside lagoons | |
| June | 30°C | 26°C | 261 mm | Heaviest rain; many activities limited | |
| July | 30°C | 25°C | 251 mm | Very wet, rough seas | |
| August | 30°C | 25°C | 202 mm | Wet; sea trips unreliable | |
| September | 30°C | 25°C | 182 mm | Rain easing but seas still unsettled | |
| October | 30°C | 25°C | 183 mm | Seas settling, showers fading | |
| November | 30°C | 24°C | 133 mm | Pleasant and calmer; season opens | |
| December | 30°C | 24°C | 95 mm | Dry, comfortable and popular |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Lakshadweep seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Dry, calm seas, best for lagoon days
- February: Driest stretch; good visibility
- November: Pleasant and calmer; season opens
- December: Dry, comfortable and popular
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming up, still dry
- October: Seas settling, showers fading
Possible, with planning: April
- April: Hot and humid before the monsoon
Best avoided with parents or children: May, June, July, August and September
- May: Monsoon sets in; rough seas outside lagoons
- June: Heaviest rain; many activities limited
- July: Very wet, rough seas
- August: Wet; sea trips unreliable
- September: Rain easing but seas still unsettled
Useful answers
Best time to visit Lakshadweep: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Lakshadweep?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Lakshadweep, with March and October also good. The best window is November to February, when seas are calmer, rain is lower and lagoons are clearest, with October and March also workable. From mid-May to mid-September the south-west monsoon brings heavy rain and rough water outside the reef, and many sea transfers become unreliable. Temperatures barely change through the year, so the monsoon, not the heat, is what decides your dates. Older travellers should avoid the monsoon and April humidity.
Which months should I avoid in Lakshadweep with elderly parents?
May, June, July, August and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Monsoon sets in; rough seas outside lagoons Heaviest rain; many activities limited
When does it rain most in Lakshadweep?
June is the wettest month, with about 261 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 32°C.