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Vishakhapatnam Climate by Month

The weather in Vishakhapatnam is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Vishakhapatnam temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in May to a comfortable 27°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 21°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Vishakhapatnam experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1141 mm of precipitation annually. The climate in Vishakhapatnam shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in August, with an average of 203 mm of precipitation over 9 rainy days. In contrast, March offers drier and sunnier days, with around 8.4 mm of rainfall over a single rainy day.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Vishakhapatnam serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in March with an average of 9.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in July, offering only 4.0 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Vishakhapatnam ranges from 25°C in January to 29°C in May.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Vishakhapatnam in India

Vishakhapatnam has high temperatures year round ranging between 27°C and 34°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April, May and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Vishakhapatnam?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in July, August, September and October.
  • Does Vishakhapatnam have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February, March and April are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in Vishakhapatnam?
    May has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Vishakhapatnam?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 27°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Vishakhapatnam?
    August tops the wettest month list with 203 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Vishakhapatnam?
    March is the driest month with 8 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Vishakhapatnam?
    March is the sunniest month with an average of 295 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Vishakhapatnam

    Sun   Nov 24
    31°C | 22°C
    E 14 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    31°C | 21°C
    E 18 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Tue   Nov 26
    30°C | 22°C
    E 18 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain