January
Best time to goDry, calm seas, pleasant daytime temperatures
Peak season; book ferries and resorts well in advance
February
Best time to goDry and calm, similar to January with slightly warmer days
Excellent for beach and water activities; still peak pricing
March
Good time to goWarm and dry, calm seas, rising humidity
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Good window before the summer heat builds
April
Good time to goHot and humid, generally calm seas
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Workable if you plan beach time for mornings and evenings
May
Shoulder seasonHot and humid, pre-monsoon showers possible
Lower rates but rising rain risk for boat trips
June
Not recommendedSouthwest monsoon onset, frequent rain and rough seas
Ferry cancellations and closed water sports are common
July
Not recommendedHeavy monsoon rain, rough seas
Not suitable for this beach-focused itinerary
August
Not recommendedContinued monsoon rain, overcast days
Inter-island ferry schedules remain unreliable
September
Shoulder seasonMonsoon tapering, still wet and unsettled
Only for flexible travellers who can absorb delays
October
Good time to goPost-monsoon clearing, warm days, improving seas
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Good shoulder month before the December rush
November
Best time to goDry and calm, comfortable temperatures
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Strong choice for snorkelling and resort stays
December
Best time to goDry and calm, cool evenings
Festive peak; expect the highest rates and tight inventory
- BestJan, Feb, Nov, Dec
- GoodMar, Apr, Oct
- FairMay, Sep
- AvoidJun, Jul, Aug