Best Time to Visit Goa

Planning a trip to the dusky beaches of Goa, but do you know the best time to visit Goa and enjoy the sun and the sand here?

Oh! The summer holidays have begin and you intend to spend your vacation in Goa– Don’t even think about it! Is the summer is best time to go Goa? The months from March-May are hot and humid as the sun shines brightly on the land and sea, even the sea shows no mercy, with its rough waters. Summers makes people run indoors and there is not much to do here, except chill out indoors. Now who wants to live indoors during a vacation, having fun is the purpose, isn’t it? But, during these months the hotels are cheap, and you may think about a 3-4 days short break from your mundane schedule. So if you are looking for cheaper holiday option, Summer is the best time for Goa.




Ok…..How about the other seasons? Sure… Read on to find out the best time to go to Goa!!!!

June to October

Rains bring a relief from the scorching heat, and the dry land of Goa starts to bloom again. People celebrate Monsoons by hosting parties all across this beach city. What a lovely sight it is to see people enjoying music, dance, food, and beverages on the cool shores and in their backyard.

If you enjoy Mother Nature in its all glory, best season to visit Goa is now- June-October! The Monsoons refresh the countryside, and the sight of beautiful flowers and lush greenery will spellbind you. Another, unique aspect of visiting during the Monsoons is to participate in the festival of Sao-Joao (the fertility feast of Saint John the Baptist) held in June. Men jump into overflowing wells to fetch bottles of feni (local alcohol made from cashew). For short or long vacation break, the hotels offer a good bargain.



November to February – Best time to visit Goa

These three months are the best time to visit Goa, as it turns into the party capital of the country. Winter is a Goa season time as the sun, sand and the weather are in perfect harmony in winter season at Goa. You can simply laze on the beach or enjoy a water sport activity. For people who love to dance and sing, the Sunburn Festival held in December/January is perfect. What more…you can even participate in the carnival celebrating Christmas and New Year. Since this the peak season, thus you should pre-book your hotels as availability becomes thin and the prices shoot up. But who cares, it’s the best time to travel Goa.

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6 thoughts on “Best Time to Visit Goa

  • 22nd March 2016 at 11:04 am
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    For outdoor activities, yes, winter is the best time to visit Goa. But for those who enjoy indoor activities, they can visit Goa anytime.

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  • 24th March 2016 at 4:48 am
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    You are right sir. Winter is the best time to visit Goa. But it is costly too.

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  • 24th March 2016 at 9:27 am
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    Nice article. I am planning to visit Goa in May. I know it is too hot here but it is the best time to visit Goa as the rates are too low for everything and suits my budget.

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  • 15th April 2016 at 1:43 pm
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    I too think that winter is the best time to visit Goa. In monsoon even the rooms are cheaper the Goa is almost closed for tourists. Nothing exciting is there in monsoon.

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  • 7th July 2016 at 7:48 pm
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    And then there is Goa monsoon. Almost like clockwork, within the first ten days of June, the rains arrive. By this time all the temporary beach hut resorts have closed up and been removed and the only options for accommodation and eating are guest-houses and cottages of a more permanent nature, self-catering houses and apartments, and the large hotels dotted up and down the coast.

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  • 18th July 2016 at 9:16 am
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    Hi colleagues, its great piece of writing on the best time to visit Goa. You have given detail information about the seasonal changes in Goa. Keep it up all the time.

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