Great Nicobar travel guide

Wild island frontier

Great Nicobar, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Great Nicobar Island features national parks, remote beaches, rainforests, and unique wildlife habitats, attracting nature enthusiasts and adventure travelers exploring one of India’s most isolated and biodiverse island regions.

Best time to visit Great Nicobar

Feb–Apr is the drier spell; rain falls on most days from May to December. Entry is restricted, so check permission before planning dates.

Month	Verdict	Temperature	Rain	Crowds	What to expect
January	good	27–28 °C	120 mm	low	Drier spell begins; showers still likely most weeks
February	best	27–28 °C	60 mm	low	Driest month; seas are usually calmer than in the monsoon
March	good	27–28 °C	90 mm	low	Warm and mostly dry with passing showers
April	good	28–29 °C	110 mm	low	Hot and humid; showers build up late in the month
May	mixed	28–29 °C	210 mm	low	Monsoon arrives; heavy showers and rough seas
June	avoid	28–28 °C	180 mm	low	Rain on most days; rough seas, sailings may be cancelled
July	avoid	27–28 °C	190 mm	low	Rain on most days; rough seas, sailings may be cancelled
August	avoid	27–28 °C	180 mm	low	Rain on most days; rough seas, sailings may be cancelled
September	avoid	27–28 °C	210 mm	low	Rain on most days; rough seas, sailings may be cancelled
October	mixed	27–27 °C	210 mm	low	Wet and humid; seas settling after the monsoon
November	mixed	27–28 °C	220 mm	low	Frequent rain; sea can turn rough
December	mixed	27–28 °C	190 mm	low	Showery; rain eases through the month