About Goa
Goa is India's smallest state but its most famous beach destination. Known for its laid-back atmosphere, colonial Portuguese architecture, spice plantations, and world-renowned beaches stretching along the Arabian Sea.
Quick Facts
Population
1,500,000
Area (km²)
3702 km²
Sunny Days/Year
300 days
Beaches
50
Coastline
101
Avg. Temperature
27°C
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Daylight, UV and air quality in Goa
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
Daylight
11h 33m
Day length
- Sunrise
- 06:01
- Sunset
- 17:34
- Golden hour
- 17:05
- Blue hour
- 17:56
1 min less daylight than yesterday
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Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Goa is from November to March during the dry season. This is peak tourist season with perfect beach weather, sunny skies, and temperatures around 25-32°C. Avoid June-September when the monsoon brings heavy rainfall and rough seas, making beaches unsafe. The shoulder seasons (October, April) offer good weather with fewer crowds.
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Climate Overview
Climate Type: Tropical monsoon coastal
Goa has a tropical monsoon climate moderated by the Arabian Sea. The coast enjoys warm temperatures year-round (25-35°C). The monsoon season (June-September) transforms Goa with heavy rainfall averaging 3000mm, lush green landscapes, and dramatic waterfalls. Humidity is high during monsoons but drops significantly in winter months.
Monthly Weather Overview
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 32° | 20° | 0 |
February | 32° | 21° | 0 |
March | 33° | 23° | 2 |
April | 34° | 25° | 12 |
May | 33° | 26° | 95 |
June | 30° | 25° | 580 |
July | 29° | 24° | 890 |
August | 29° | 24° | 640 |
September | 30° | 24° | 320 |
October | 32° | 24° | 125 |
November | 33° | 22° | 35 |
December | 32° | 21° | 5 |
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Where to stay in Goa
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Goa, from our partner Stay22.
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Things to do in Goa
Tours and activities in Goa, from our partner GetYourGuide.
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