India (Goa) · August
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 32° (90°) | 32° (90°) | 33° (91°) | 34° (92°) | 34° (93°) | 31° (87°) | 29° (85°) | 30° (85°) | 30° (86°) | 32° (89°) | 33° (91°) | 33° (91°) |
MINMIN | 22° (71°) | 23° (72°) | 25° (76°) | 27° (80°) | 28° (81°) | 26° (78°) | 26° (78°) | 25° (77°) | 25° (77°) | 25° (77°) | 24° (75°) | 23° (73°) |
☀️Sunshine | 10h | 10h | 10h | 10h | 8h | 4h | 3h | 4h | 5h | 7h | 9h | 9h |
🌊Water Temp | 28° (82°) | 28° (83°) | 29° (85°) | 30° (86°) | 31° (87°) | 30° (86°) | 29° (83°) | 28° (82°) | 28° (82°) | 29° (84°) | 29° (84°) | 29° (83°) |
🌧Rain Days | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 1d9mm (0.4") | 1d14mm (0.5") | 4d96mm (3.8") | 24d856mm (33.7") | 28d1009mm (39.7") | 24d582mm (22.9") | 18d420mm (16.5") | 10d202mm (8.0") | 3d40mm (1.6") | 1d13mm (0.5") |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
August falls in the rainier period in India (Goa) — with 24 rain days, expect some wet days. Those with flexibility will find better conditions in January, February, March, April, May, November, and December.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 29°C (84°F), cooling to 25°C (77°F) at night (daily average: 27°C (81°F)). With 3 sunshine hours per day and 24 rain days (582 mm (22.9 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. The water is a warm 28°C (82°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential. On rainy days, plan indoor activities like museums and markets.
Monsoon season: a dramatically green landscape, empty beaches, heavy rain. Most tourist restaurants close — for a small circle of monsoon lovers, this is Goa at its most intense.
Packing list for India (Goa) in August
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit India (Goa)?
- August is not an optimal month for India (Goa) (Score: 46/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, April, May, November, and December.
- How warm is it in India (Goa) in August?
- In August, India (Goa) sees daily highs of 29°C (84°F). Nights cool to 25°C (77°F), with a daily average of 27°C (81°F).
- How much rain falls in India (Goa) in August?
- In August, India (Goa) receives an average of 582 mm (22.9 in) of rain over 24 rain days. With frequent rain days, waterproof clothing is recommended.
- How many sunshine hours does India (Goa) get in August?
- India (Goa) averages 3 sunshine hours per day in August — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in India (Goa) in August?
- Water temperature in India (Goa) in August averages 28°C (82°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
