Visakhapatnam Climate by Month
Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation,
transitioning from very warm conditions
to warm.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average day and night temperature
The weather in Visakhapatnam changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 35°C in May to a comfortable 28°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 21°C in January.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Visakhapatnam is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1114 mm. The seasons in Visakhapatnam, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 203 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 9 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 8.4 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Visakhapatnam, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.8 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. July sees a soft sun for only 4.0 hours.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year in Visakhapatnam ranges from 25°C in January to 29°C in May.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Visakhapatnam.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Visakhapatnam ranges from 1°C in January to 3°C in April.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
The best time of year to visit Visakhapatnam in India
Visakhapatnam 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:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in July, August, September and October.
Yes, the months of January, February, March and April are very dry.
May has an average maximum temperature of 35°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 203 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 8 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 295 hours of sunshine.
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