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Little Nicobar

Island

In the Nicobar group, Little Nicobar offers tropical forest, coral reefs and remote beaches; access is restricted, so travellers plan ahead and usually join authorised tours.

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Little Nicobar essentials

Country: India
Driest months: Feb-Apr
Pay in: Rupee (₨)
Emergency: 101

Little Nicobar at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Little Nicobar

Visit Little Nicobar in the dry season (roughly November-April) for the most reliable weather and sea conditions.

Dry season (best)
November-April · 24-30°C
Warm, sunny weather and calmer seas make this the easiest time for boat access, beaching and island exploration.
Monsoon/low season
May-October · 25-30°C
Frequent heavy rain, rough seas and reduced ferry/boat service can limit access and outdoor activities.

Weather & Climate near Little Nicobar

Climate

Little Nicobar's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2652 mm/year), wettest in September.

Air Quality: AQI 45 Good
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryMarchApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 23° - 29° 26° 160 mm overcast 80% 2.5 m/s 1.9 very high 11.6h
February Excellent 23° - 30° 27° 83 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.2 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.8h
March Very Good 23° - 31° 30° 85 mm partly cloudy 78% 1.9 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 24° - 31° 31° 101 mm partly cloudy 77% 1.8 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.2h
May Good 24° - 30° 30° 274 mm overcast 80% 2.1 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.3h
June Good 24° - 30° 30° 282 mm overcast 82% 2.8 m/s 1.9 very high 12.4h
July Good 24° - 30° 27° 265 mm overcast 82% 2.7 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.4h
August Good 24° - 30° 27° 230 mm overcast 82% 3.2 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.2h
September Good 23° - 30° 27° 321 mm overcast 82% 2.0 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.1h
October Good 23° - 29° 26° 289 mm overcast 82% 1.9 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.8h
November Good 23° - 29° 26° 272 mm overcast 82% 1.8 m/s 1.8 very high 11.7h
December Good 23° - 29° 26° 290 mm overcast 81% 2.1 m/s 1.7 very high 11.6h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Little Nicobar

Little Nicobar lies in the Nicobar Islands and is reached only by sea from the Andaman administrative hub. First get to Port Blair (Veer Savarkar Airport) by scheduled flight from the Indian mainland; inter-island passenger and cargo ships operate from Port Blair to the Nicobars but sailings are infrequent and subject to government scheduling.

From the Nicobar administrative centre at Campbell Bay (Great Nicobar) local boats or private charters are used to reach Little Nicobar. Travel to the Nicobars requires special permits/clearance from Indian authorities (and often naval escort); plan connections in Port Blair/Campbell Bay and confirm permits and vessel availability in advance.

Tips for Visiting Little Nicobar

  • Access is tightly controlled - Little Nicobar lies within the Nicobar tribal reserve, so before planning a trip check with the Andaman & Nicobar administration about Restricted Area Permits and whether independent visitation is permitted; many travelers cannot visit without an authorised research or government permit.
  • Do not expect tourist infrastructure: there are no regular ferry services or facilities, so only consider visits that are part of an authorised expedition and confirm logistics (boat transport, landing permissions) in Port Blair well in advance.
  • Most visitors overlook the legal and cultural sensitivities: obey restrictions around indigenous settlements, avoid approaching villages or photographing people without explicit permission, and follow all instructions from local authorities to protect communities and the environment.