Interview Island
Island Andaman island with wildlife sanctuary and lighthouse
Interview Island in the Andamans is forested and part of protected reserve areas; access is limited. Visitors with permits come for remote beaches, wildlife and boat-based snorkeling from Port Blair.
Interview Island is an island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands of India, located off the northeastern part of the Andaman archipelago. The island is largely forested and sparsely populated or uninhabited, with limited facilities.
The island and surrounding waters are noted for coastal forest, mangroves and marine habitats and are included in local conservation designations. Access is by boat from larger Andaman islands and is subject to weather and local administration.
There is no widely recorded large-scale permanent settlement or urban infrastructure on the island; its significance is primarily ecological and as part of the Andaman island system. It lies within the administrative boundaries of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands territory.
- Environment: Part of the Andaman archipelago, the island is predominantly covered in coastal forest and is sparsely or uninhabited compared with larger Andaman islands.
What to See #
- Interview Island Wildlife Area: A protected area designation covers much of the island and its surrounding seas to conserve local flora and fauna and marine habitats.
Tips for Visiting Interview Island #
- Obtain permits and coordinate with the Andaman Forest Department or an authorized local operator before planning a visit - Interview Island lies within protected forest areas and access is controlled.
- Plan travel in the dry season (roughly November-April) when seas are calmer and boat crossings from the North Andaman islands are more reliable.
- Use only authorized, experienced operators for any landing or wildlife viewing; facilities are minimal and visitors must follow sanctuary rules to avoid disturbing habitats.
Best Time to Visit Interview Island #
Visit Interview Island in the dry season (November-April) when seas are calmer and access is easiest.
Weather & Climate near Interview Island #
Interview Island's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2846 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The driest month with just 3 mm.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (344 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (518 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (473 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (425 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (447 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (281 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (172 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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