Goa weather in May
May is a good time to visit Goa – despite the heat – as it falls at the end of the dry season.
You can expect very hot, dry weather with around nine hours of sunshine daily, with the occasional brief rain shower towards the end of the month.
Daytime temperatures average 29°C (84°F).
How hot is it in Goa in May?
Maximum daytime temperatures in Goa in May reach an average high of 32°C (89°F), with very high heat and humidity, falling to a night-time low of 26°C (78°F).
Together with April, May is one of the hottest months of the year in Goa.
How sunny is it in Goa in May?
There are normally nine hours of bright sunshine each day in Goa in May – that's around 72% of daylight hours.
Sunrise & sunset in May?
Sunrise is around 6:05am with sunset around 6:55pm.
How warm is the sea around Goa in May?
The average sea temperature in Goa in May is 30°C (86°F), which is very plseant for swimming.
Does it rain in Goa in May?
There are usually three days with some rainfall in Goa in May; the average monthly rainfall is 115mm (4.5in).
How windy is it in Goa in May?
May sees an average hourly wind speed of 13 kilometres per hour (8 mph; 7 knots).
What to do in Goa in May?
Weather conditions in May are perfect for relaxing on the beach, sunbathing, swimming, jet skiing, parasailing and wind surfing as well as dancing the night away at a beach trance party.
Away from the beach, May is also a good time for exploring the atmospheric old quarters of Panaji and Old Goa, taking an early morning hike to Dudhsagar Falls or simply hunting for a bargain at Anjuna's famous Wednesday flea market.
Local holidays?
May Day – 1st May; Idul Fitr – 3rd May.
This is the low season in Goa, with more reasonable hotel prices and less-crowded entertainment venues.
Goa weather in May
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High Temp: 32°C (89°F) |
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Low Temp: 26°C (78°F) |
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Sunshine: 9 hours per day |
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Daylight: 13 hours per day |
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Wind speed: 13 km/h (8 mph; 7 knots) |
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Wet Days: 3 days with some rain |
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Rainfall: 115mm (4.5in) per month |
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Comfort Level: Very high heat & 80% humidity |
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UV Index: Extreme |
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Sea Temp: 30°C (86°F) |
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Best time to visit Goa
The best time to enjoy Goa’s beaches is during the warm, dry season between late-November and mid-March, and especially from mid-December to mid-February when humidity is at its lowest and daily temperatures average 28°C (82°F).
During the dry season, seas are calm and clear with beach parties and festivals the norm while fireworks frequently light up the night sky.
Goa weather by month
Source: Meteorological data for Goa is based on weather statistics gathered for the 30-year period 1991 to 2020 by the India Meteorological Department at the closest weather station: Goa International Airport (GOI), also known as Dabolim Airport, located 4km (2.4mi) from Vāsco Da Gāma City and 30km (18mi) from the state capital, Panaji.
Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices.
Latest update: Goa weather in May: 12 June, 2024
Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided as is, without any assurances as to its accuracy or suitability for any purpose. Weather data and conditions at any given location and time are unpredictable and variable. We assume no responsibility and can not be held legally responsible for any decisions made on the basis of the information presented on this site.
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