Panaji, India Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Panaji
Located in Goa, India, Panaji experiences a tropical wet-and-dry climate with year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. Afternoon temperatures peak near 90°F (32°C) in May and dip to about 87°F (31°C) in January, with around 115.2 inches (2925 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: May - highs near 90°F (32°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 87°F (31°C)
- Record high: 101°F (38°C) · Record low: 62°F (16°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: July (31 rainy days) · Sunniest: April (11.7 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on May. Highs average 90°F (32°C) and overnight lows stay near 80°F (27°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 87°F (31°C) and lows around 69°F (20°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 101°F (38°C) and dropped as low as 62°F (16°C).
Rain, sun and snow
July is usually the wettest month. It brings about 37.3 inches (947 mm) of rain over 31 days, while February is the driest. April brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.7 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 87° | 69° | 1 | 0.3 in | 10.7 h/day | 65% |
| February | 89° | 69° | 0 | 0.0 in | 10.9 h/day | 65% |
| March | 89° | 74° | 2 | 0.3 in | 11.3 h/day | 71% |
| April | 90° | 78° | 1 | 0.2 in | 11.7 h/day | 75% |
| May | 90° | 80° | 10 | 2.7 in | 10.8 h/day | 76% |
| June | 83° | 78° | 28 | 31.0 in | 6.2 h/day | 88% |
| July | 81° | 77° | 31 | 37.3 in | 5.0 h/day | 90% |
| August | 81° | 76° | 30 | 20.3 in | 7.3 h/day | 89% |
| September | 82° | 76° | 26 | 13.5 in | 8.0 h/day | 89% |
| October | 85° | 76° | 18 | 7.3 in | 9.5 h/day | 85% |
| November | 90° | 74° | 6 | 1.7 in | 10.4 h/day | 71% |
| December | 89° | 72° | 2 | 0.5 in | 10.1 h/day | 66% |
Panaji month by month
Panaji weather in January
January brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 69°F (20°C), about 1 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Panaji.
Panaji weather in February
February brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 69°F (21°C), about 0 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Panaji.
Panaji weather in March
March brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 2 wet days.
Panaji weather in April
April brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 78°F (26°C), about 1 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Panaji.
Panaji weather in May
May brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 80°F (27°C), about 10 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Panaji.
Panaji weather in June
June brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 78°F (25°C), about 28 wet days.
Panaji weather in July
July brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 31 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Panaji.
Panaji weather in August
August brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 30 wet days.
Panaji weather in September
September brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 26 wet days.
Panaji weather in October
October brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 18 wet days.
Panaji weather in November
November brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 6 wet days.
Panaji weather in December
December brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), about 2 wet days.
Seasons in Panaji
March through May
March through May in Panaji runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 90°F (32°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); rain falls on about 12 days over the three months. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Panaji is hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 89 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Panaji brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 86°F (30°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 49 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Panaji runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 89°F (31°C) and nights around 70°F (21°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Panaji
The best time to visit Panaji is generally November to April, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 89°F (32°C).
Pack for Panaji with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - May nights average 80°F (27°C).
Panaji temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.