Interview Island at a Glance
About Interview Island
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 22° - 29° | 25° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 1.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.4h |
| February | Ideal | 22° - 29° | 26° | 11 mm | some cloud | 72% | 1.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.6h |
| March | Ideal | 23° - 30° | 27° | 3 mm | some cloud | 73% | 1.8 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Very Good | 25° - 32° | 32° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.1 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Good | 25° - 31° | 32° | 344 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.8 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.6h |
| June | Good | 25° - 30° | 30° | 518 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.7h |
| July | Good | 24° - 29° | 27° | 473 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.7h |
| August | Good | 24° - 29° | 27° | 425 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.6 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.4h |
| September | Good | 24° - 29° | 26° | 447 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 24° - 30° | 27° | 281 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.6 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Very Good | 24° - 29° | 27° | 172 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 1.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.4h |
| December | Very Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 92 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.3h |
