Calangute, Goa at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Apr
- Warmest month
- Apr · 33°
- Warmest sea
- May · 29.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,680 h
- Rain a year
- 2,739 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30
- Elevation
- 1 m
Climate in Calangute, Goa
Calangute, Goa 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 33 °C, while July is the coolest at 27 °C. With around 2,680 hours of sunshine a year, Calangute, Goa is sunny; February is the sunniest month with 10.5 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: November – April
October is in the cyclone season
What is the weather like in Calangute, Goa in October?
In October, Calangute, Goa is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 155 mm. On about 12 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 Calangute, Goa.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 49 min06:26 – 18:15
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 63 %on average
- Hot days
- 12 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30Asia/Kolkata
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %60 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %6 %
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
Sea temperature in Calangute, Goa
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.8 – 29.5 °C
Swimming season: All year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Calangute, Goa ranges from 27.4 °C in August to 29.7 °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. From June to August the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 28.8 and 30.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.7° | 27.2° | 28.4° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 27.8° | 27.3° | 28.5° | warm |
| MarchMar | 28.7° | 27.9° | 29.3° | warm |
| AprilApr | 29.5° | 28.7° | 30.2° | very warm |
| MayMay | 29.7° | 28.8° | 30.4° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.4° | 28.7° | 30.0° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 28.3° | 27.8° | 28.9° | warm |
| AugustAug | 27.4° | 26.6° | 28.1° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.7° | 27.2° | 28.4° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.6° | 27.8° | 29.5° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.8° | 28.2° | 29.5° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.3° | 27.8° | 28.9° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Calangute, Goa
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 6.6 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Calangute, Goa, 56 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Calangute, Goa: 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, Calangute, Goa has about 17 rainy days with 155 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
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 | 100 | 31° | 21° | 27.7° | 10.4 h | 0 | 1 |
| FebruaryFeb | 98 | 31° | 21° | 27.8° | 10.5 h | 0 | 1 |
| MarchMar | 96 | 32° | 23° | 28.7° | 10.0 h | 1 | 5 |
| AprilApr | 92 | 33° | 26° | 29.5° | 9.4 h | 1 | 3 |
| MayMay | 84 | 32° | 27° | 29.7° | 7.7 h | 8 | 88 |
| JuneJun | 62 | 28° | 25° | 29.4° | 3.6 h | 28 | 689 |
| JulyJul | 60 | 27° | 25° | 28.3° | 3.1 h | 31 | 891 |
| AugustAug | 63 | 27° | 24° | 27.4° | 3.8 h | 30 | 558 |
| SeptemberSep | 67 | 28° | 24° | 27.7° | 5.0 h | 24 | 315 |
| OctoberOct | 73 | 30° | 24° | 28.6° | 6.6 h | 17 | 155 |
| NovemberNov | 97 | 31° | 24° | 28.8° | 8.4 h | 5 | 28 |
| DecemberDec | 99 | 31° | 22° | 28.3° | 9.6 h | 1 | 6 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
15.54° N, 73.76° E · 1 m · Asia/Kolkata
Best time to visit Calangute, Goa
The best time to visit Calangute, Goa is from November to April. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from November to May. Rain is most frequent from June to October; the wettest month is July with 891 mm.
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Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Calangute, Goa for you.
Your best months: December – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
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
Rainy months
Jun – Oct
12 or more rainy days
Calangute, Goa month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
100January31° · Sea 28° · 10 h
In January, Calangute, Goa is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Calangute, Goa.
Calangute, Goa in January98February31° · Sea 28° · 11 h
In February, Calangute, Goa is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 23 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 Calangute, Goa.
Calangute, Goa in February96March32° · Sea 29° · 10 h
In March, Calangute, Goa is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10 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, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Calangute, Goa.
Calangute, Goa in March92April33° · Sea 30° · 9 h
In April, Calangute, Goa is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. With around 9 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, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Calangute, Goa.
Calangute, Goa in April84May32° · Sea 30° · 8 h
In May, Calangute, Goa is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 88 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Calangute, Goa.
Calangute, Goa in May62June28° · Sea 29° · 4 h
In June, Calangute, Goa is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 4 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 689 mm. On about 5 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 Calangute, Goa.
Calangute, Goa in June60July27° · Sea 28° · 3 h
In July, Calangute, Goa is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 3 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 31 days, totalling 891 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Calangute, Goa.
Calangute, Goa in July63August27° · Sea 27° · 4 h
In August, Calangute, Goa is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 4 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 558 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Calangute, Goa.
Calangute, Goa in August67September28° · Sea 28° · 5 h
In September, Calangute, Goa is hot: daytime highs average 28 °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 5 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 24 days, totalling 315 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Calangute, Goa.
Calangute, Goa in September73October30° · Sea 29° · 7 h
In October, Calangute, Goa is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 155 mm. On about 12 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 Calangute, Goa.
Calangute, Goa in October97November31° · Sea 29° · 8 h
In November, Calangute, Goa is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 28 mm in total. On about 24 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 Calangute, Goa.
Calangute, Goa in November99December31° · Sea 28° · 10 h
In December, Calangute, Goa is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10 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, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Calangute, Goa.
Calangute, Goa in DecemberPlanning a trip to Calangute, Goa
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 9 h 35 min
- Distance
- 7,570 km
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Calangute, Goa 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); not a forecast.
Frequently asked questions about Calangute, Goa
When is the best time to visit Calangute, Goa?
The best time to visit Calangute, Goa 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 Calangute, Goa?
The sea temperature in Calangute, Goa ranges from 27.4 °C in August to 29.7 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Calangute, Goa in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Calangute, Goa?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 26 °C. July is the coolest month at 27 °C.
When does it rain most in Calangute, Goa?
Rain is most frequent from June to October; the wettest month is July with 891 mm. The driest month is February with 1 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Calangute, Goa get?
Calangute, Goa gets around 2,680 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 10.5 hours a day; in July there are 3.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Calangute, Goa in?
Calangute, Goa uses the time zone Asia/Kolkata, at UTC+5:30 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Calangute, Goa?
A nonstop flight from London to Calangute, Goa takes about 9 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,570 km.
When is cyclone season in Calangute, Goa?
Calangute, Goa 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.
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