AI-generatedVasco da Gama at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Apr
- Warmest month
- May · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Apr · 29.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,390 h
- Rain a year
- 2,702 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30
- Elevation
- 7 m
Climate in Vasco da Gama
Vasco da Gama has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. May is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while August is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 2,390 hours of sunshine a year, Vasco da Gama is sunny; February is the sunniest month with 9.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Vasco da Gama
The best time to visit Vasco da Gama is from December to April. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from November to May. From April 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 877 mm.
Vasco da Gama through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Vasco da Gama in the dry season
Oct – May
Excellent
- 32–34 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 37 rainy days in all
Vasco da Gama in the rainy season
Jun – Sep
Good
- 30–32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 3.9 h of sun a day
- 115 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
Apr – 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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Your best months: January – March
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: December – 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 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 32°
- Evening, 20:00: about 29°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
06:2618:15
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 06:13–06:55 · evening 17:46–18:28
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:04–06:13 · evening 18:28–18:36
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 Vasco da Gama 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 33° 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° | 33° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 25° |
| Sea | 28° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Vasco da Gama in October?
In October, Vasco da Gama is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 149 mm. On about 28 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 Vasco da Gama.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 49 min06:26 – 18:15
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 66 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 28 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %83 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %48 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %1 %
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 Vasco da Gama
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Vasco da Gama: score 94 against 64. Daytime highs are about the same. The sea is 1 °C cooler in February. February has 18 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 64 | 94better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 23° |
| Sea | 28.6° | 27.9° |
| Sunshine | 5.9 h | 9.1 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 18 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 149 mm | 1 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 16better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Vasco da Gama month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
93January32° · Sea 28° · 9.0 h
In January, Vasco da Gama is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °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 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama in January94February32° · Sea 28° · 9.1 h
In February, Vasco da Gama is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °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 26 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 Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama in February90March33° · Sea 29° · 8.6 h
In March, Vasco da Gama is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 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 Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama in March84April34° · Sea 30° · 8.1 h
In April, Vasco da Gama is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °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 8.1 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, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama in April69May34° · Sea 30° · 6.8 h
In May, Vasco da Gama is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 108 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 Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama in May60June32° · Sea 29° · 3.6 h
In June, Vasco da Gama is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.6 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 661 mm. On about 23 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 Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama in June61July30° · Sea 28° · 3.2 h
In July, Vasco da Gama is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.2 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 31 days, totalling 877 mm. On about 14 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 Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama in July63August30° · Sea 27° · 3.9 h
In August, Vasco da Gama is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 564 mm. On about 13 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 Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama in August66September31° · Sea 28° · 4.9 h
In September, Vasco da Gama is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 285 mm. On about 21 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 Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama in September64October32° · Sea 29° · 5.9 h
In October, Vasco da Gama is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 149 mm. On about 28 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 Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama in October78November34° · Sea 29° · 7.3 h
In November, Vasco da Gama is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 34 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama in November86December33° · Sea 28° · 8.3 h
In December, Vasco da Gama is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 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 Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Vasco da Gama
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 25°. 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 (22°), the warmest in May (28°). 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) on about 312 days a year, mostly all year round except in January.
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 | 93 | 32° | 22° | 27.7° | 9.0 h | 1 | 2 |
| FebruaryFeb | 94 | 32° | 23° | 27.9° | 9.1 h | 0 | 1 |
| MarchMar | 90 | 33° | 25° | 28.8° | 8.6 h | 1 | 8 |
| AprilApr | 84 | 34° | 27° | 29.7° | 8.1 h | 2 | 8 |
| MayMay | 69 | 34° | 28° | 29.7° | 6.8 h | 10 | 108 |
| JuneJun | 60 | 32° | 26° | 29.3° | 3.6 h | 28 | 661 |
| JulyJul | 61 | 30° | 25° | 28.2° | 3.2 h | 31 | 877 |
| AugustAug | 63 | 30° | 25° | 27.3° | 3.9 h | 30 | 564 |
| SeptemberSep | 66 | 31° | 25° | 27.6° | 4.9 h | 25 | 285 |
| OctoberOct | 64 | 32° | 25° | 28.6° | 5.9 h | 18 | 149 |
| NovemberNov | 78 | 34° | 25° | 28.8° | 7.3 h | 5 | 34 |
| DecemberDec | 86 | 33° | 23° | 28.3° | 8.3 h | 1 | 7 |
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 Vasco da Gama
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 Vasco da Gama ranges from 27.3 °C in August to 29.7 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in April, eight out of ten years were between 28.9 and 30.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.7° | 27.2° | 28.5° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 27.9° | 27.3° | 28.5° | warm |
| MarchMar | 28.8° | 28.0° | 29.4° | warm |
| AprilApr | 29.7° | 28.9° | 30.3° | very warm |
| MayMay | 29.7° | 28.8° | 30.5° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.3° | 28.6° | 30.0° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 28.2° | 27.7° | 28.8° | warm |
| AugustAug | 27.3° | 26.5° | 28.0° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.6° | 26.7° | 28.4° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.6° | 27.8° | 29.5° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.8° | 28.3° | 29.5° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.3° | 27.8° | 28.9° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Vasco da Gama
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 5.9 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Vasco da Gama, 50 % 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 Vasco da Gama: 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, Vasco da Gama has about 18 rainy days with 149 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Vasco da Gama
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, 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 Vasco da Gama
How breezy and how cloudy Vasco da Gama 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 Vasco da Gama typically peaks at 13 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Jul.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 66 % of the sky over Vasco da Gama: mostly cloudy, with about 5.9 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 Vasco da Gama
How often the day gets hot in Vasco da Gama (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, Vasco da Gama has about 28 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 Vasco da Gama
Weather for your travel dates
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Vasco da Gama 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.
Vasco da Gama has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 90) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 62).
- 86
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 67
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 62
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 64
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 90
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.7 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 40 min
- Distance
- 7,590 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
Vasco da Gama 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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In October the holiday weather in Vasco da Gama and Panaji is about equally good (score 64 vs 63). During the day Panaji is 1 °C warmer than Vasco da Gama. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Vasco da Gama | Panaji |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 64 | 63 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 33° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 18 | 17 |
| Best time | Dec – Apr | Nov – Apr |
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Frequently asked questions about Vasco da Gama
When is the best time to visit Vasco da Gama?
The best time to visit Vasco da Gama is from December to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Vasco da Gama?
The sea temperature in Vasco da Gama ranges from 27.3 °C in August to 29.7 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Vasco da Gama in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Vasco da Gama?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 28 °C. August is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in Vasco da Gama?
The rainy season is from June to September; the wettest month is July with 877 mm. The driest month is February with 1 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Vasco da Gama get?
Vasco da Gama gets around 2,390 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 9.1 hours a day; in July there are 3.2 hours a day.
What time zone is Vasco da Gama in?
Vasco da Gama is on UTC+5:30 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Vasco da Gama?
A nonstop flight from London to Vasco da Gama takes about 9 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,590 km.
When is cyclone season in Vasco da Gama?
Vasco da Gama 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 Vasco da Gama?
Vasco da Gama has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 90) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 62). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 86, May half-term 67, summer holidays 62, October half-term 64, Christmas holidays 90.