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Goa weather
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The weather guide for Goa (Panaji) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.
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Goa weather overview
Goa is India's smallest state and lies just 15 degrees north of the equator about half way down the west coast of India on the Arabian Sea.
It has a tropical climate with daytime temperatures that vary only by a degree or two from summer to winter. In summer it is hot and wet and in winter, hot and dry.
The main factor affecting the weather in summer is the south-west monsoon which blows off the Indian Ocean from June to September bringing very cloudy and wet conditions.
At this time of year it can rain continuously for days on end and the sea can also become dangerously rough.
The sun is more directly overhead yet the amount of cloud and rain actually prevents daytime temperatures from rising as high as they do in winter.
In terms of temperature expect 30°C on most days falling only 5°C lower to the mid 20s at night.
By November the monsoon has usually subsided and a dry winter season follows when there is less heat and humidity and night-time temperatures are noticeably cooler.
From the beginning of December to the beginning of March Goa experiences more or less wall to wall sunshine with up to 10 hours a day.
Day time temperatures rise well into the 30s Celsius but drop by a good 12°C at night, while rain is practically unheard of. For obvious reasons this is the high season for tourism.
After the equinox in March, when the sun crosses the equator once more, temperatures rise again up to the onset of the monsoon in June.
There is still a lot of sunshine, for example 10 hours in April, but the very high heat and humidity can make it feel uncomfortably hot.
What to pack for Goa weather
Light-weight cotton clothing is best year round in Goa and be prepared for heavy rain from May to November.
More about Goa
Which is the hottest month in Goa?
The hottest time of year in Panaji, Goa is normally May. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 33°C with very high heat and humidity.
Which month has the most rain in Goa?
In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in Panaji, Goa with 923mm on average. There are normally 25 days in July with some rain.
When is it sunniest in Goa?
The sunniest time of year in Panaji, Goa is normally January with bright sunshine on average for 88% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.
When is the sea warmest in Goa?
The sea is usually at its warmest in Panaji, Goa in May when the water temperature reaches 29°C.
What is the flight time to Goa from the UK?
The flight time to Goa from the UK is typically 10 hours.
What is the time difference between Goa and the UK?
The time difference between Goa and the UK is GMT+5.5 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Goa?
The main languages spoken in Goa are Hindi and English.
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What is the currency in Goa?
The currency in Goa is the Indian Rupee (INR).
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Which plugs are used in Goa?
Goa uses electrical plug type C + D + M (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Goa?
They drive on the left side of the road in Goa.
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Compare Goa weather with the USA
Below the Goa weather chart shows average maximum daytime temperature for Goa, India (Panaji) and the USA (Washington).
Maximum daytime temperature (°C)
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