AI-generatedAnkola at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Apr
- Warmest month
- Apr · 34°
- Warmest sea
- May · 29.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,280 h
- Rain a year
- 2,989 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30
- Elevation
- 17 m
Climate in Ankola
Ankola has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while July is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 2,280 hours of sunshine a year, Ankola is sunny; February is the sunniest month with 9.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Ankola
The best time to visit Ankola is from November to April. In November, though, the cyclone season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from November to May. From February to May and from November to December it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The rainy season is from June to September; the wettest month is July with 913 mm.
Ankola through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Ankola in the dry season
Oct – May
Excellent
- 32–34 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 43 rainy days in all
Ankola in the rainy season
Jun – Sep
Good
- 29–30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 3.5 h of sun a day
- 114 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov – May
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Feb – May, Nov – Dec
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Jun – Sep
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: November – April
October is in the cyclone season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
06:2418:13
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:10–06:52 · evening 17:45–18:26
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:02–06:10 · evening 18:26–18:35
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Ankola compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 31° at the start of the month to 32° at the end. The sea warms from 28° to 29°. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 23° |
| Sea | 28° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Ankola in October?
In October, Ankola is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 185 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ankola.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 50 min06:24 – 18:13
- UV index
- 11 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 70 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 25 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %91 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %40 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Ankola
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Ankola: score 91 against 65. In January, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in January. January has 19 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 91better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 33° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 21° |
| Sea | 28.7° | 28.1° |
| Sunshine | 5.4 h | 9.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 20 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 185 mm | 2 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 17better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Ankola month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
91January33° · Sea 28° · 9.0 h
In January, Ankola is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Ankola.
Ankola in January90February33° · Sea 28° · 9.1 h
In February, Ankola is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Ankola.
Ankola in February85March34° · Sea 29° · 8.3 h
In March, Ankola is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Ankola.
Ankola in March80April34° · Sea 30° · 7.7 h
In April, Ankola is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Ankola.
Ankola in April66May34° · Sea 30° · 6.1 h
In May, Ankola is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 145 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Ankola.
Ankola in May61June30° · Sea 29° · 3.3 h
In June, Ankola is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 757 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Ankola.
Ankola in June60July29° · Sea 28° · 2.8 h
In July, Ankola is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 31 days, totalling 913 mm. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Ankola.
Ankola in July62August29° · Sea 27° · 3.5 h
In August, Ankola is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.5 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 593 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Ankola.
Ankola in August65September30° · Sea 28° · 4.4 h
In September, Ankola is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 320 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Ankola.
Ankola in September65October32° · Sea 29° · 5.4 h
In October, Ankola is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 185 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ankola.
Ankola in October81November33° · Sea 29° · 7.2 h
In November, Ankola is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 43 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Ankola.
Ankola in November86December33° · Sea 29° · 8.2 h
In December, Ankola is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Ankola.
Ankola in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Ankola
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (21°), the warmest in May (26°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 325 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 91 | 33° | 21° | 28.1° | 9.0 h | 1 | 2 |
| FebruaryFeb | 90 | 33° | 21° | 28.2° | 9.1 h | 0 | 1 |
| MarchMar | 85 | 34° | 23° | 29.0° | 8.3 h | 1 | 9 |
| AprilApr | 80 | 34° | 25° | 29.8° | 7.7 h | 3 | 13 |
| MayMay | 66 | 34° | 26° | 29.9° | 6.1 h | 12 | 145 |
| JuneJun | 61 | 30° | 24° | 29.3° | 3.3 h | 29 | 757 |
| JulyJul | 60 | 29° | 24° | 28.1° | 2.8 h | 31 | 913 |
| AugustAug | 62 | 29° | 24° | 27.2° | 3.5 h | 29 | 593 |
| SeptemberSep | 65 | 30° | 24° | 27.7° | 4.4 h | 25 | 320 |
| OctoberOct | 65 | 32° | 24° | 28.7° | 5.4 h | 20 | 185 |
| NovemberNov | 81 | 33° | 23° | 29.0° | 7.2 h | 6 | 43 |
| DecemberDec | 86 | 33° | 22° | 28.5° | 8.2 h | 1 | 8 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Ankola
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.7 – 29.5 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Ankola ranges from 27.2 °C in August to 29.9 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in May, while the air already peaks in April. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 29.0 and 30.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 28.1° | 27.7° | 28.8° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.2° | 27.7° | 28.7° | warm |
| MarchMar | 29.0° | 28.4° | 29.5° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 29.8° | 28.9° | 30.4° | very warm |
| MayMay | 29.9° | 29.0° | 30.6° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.3° | 28.4° | 29.8° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 28.1° | 27.5° | 28.7° | warm |
| AugustAug | 27.2° | 26.3° | 27.9° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.7° | 27.0° | 28.5° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.7° | 27.7° | 29.5° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.0° | 28.4° | 29.7° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.5° | 28.1° | 29.0° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Ankola
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.4 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Ankola, 46 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Ankola: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Ankola has about 20 rainy days with 185 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Ankola
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 11 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in August (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Ankola
How breezy and how cloudy Ankola is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Ankola typically peaks at 11 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 70 % of the sky over Ankola: mostly cloudy, with about 5.4 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Ankola
How often the day gets hot in Ankola (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Ankola has about 25 hot days, with an average daytime high of 32 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Ankola
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Ankola in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Ankola has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 61).
- 82
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 65
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 61
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 3.3 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 65
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 89
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 9 h 45 min
- Distance
- 7,690 km
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30
- Jet lag
- About 5 days (5 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Ankola lies in an area that cyclones from the northern Indian Ocean can reach. The cyclone season runs from April to June and from October to December, with most storms in May and in November. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April: Season
- May: Peak
- June: Season
- July
- August
- September
- October: Season
- November: Peak
- December: Season
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Ankola vs Gokarna
In October the holiday weather in Ankola and Gokarna is about equally good (score 65 vs 65). During the day it is about as warm in Gokarna as in Ankola. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Ankola | Gokarna |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 65 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 32° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 20 | 20 |
| Best time | Nov – Apr | Nov – Apr |
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Frequently asked questions about Ankola
When is the best time to visit Ankola?
The best time to visit Ankola is from November to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Ankola?
The sea temperature in Ankola ranges from 27.2 °C in August to 29.9 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Ankola in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Ankola?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 25 °C. July is the coolest month at 29 °C.
When does it rain most in Ankola?
The rainy season is from June to September; the wettest month is July with 913 mm. The driest month is February with 1 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Ankola get?
Ankola gets around 2,280 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 9.1 hours a day; in July there are 2.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Ankola in?
Ankola is on UTC+5:30 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Ankola?
A nonstop flight from London to Ankola takes about 9 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,690 km.
When is cyclone season in Ankola?
Ankola lies in an area that cyclones from the northern Indian Ocean can reach. The cyclone season runs from April to June and from October to December, with most storms in May and in November. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Ankola?
Ankola has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 61). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 82, May half-term 65, summer holidays 61, October half-term 65, Christmas holidays 89.