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Middle Andaman Island

Island

Middle Andaman Island, part of the Andaman archipelago, offers beaches, coral snorkeling and forested interiors. Travelers use Mayabunder as a regional hub for boat crossings and nature excursions.

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Address: Middle Andaman Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
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About Middle Andaman Island

Middle Andaman Island is the central island of the Andaman archipelago in the Bay of Bengal, part of India’s Andaman and Nicobar Islands territory. It is an inhabited island with towns, forests and coastal beaches.

The island offers beaches, mangrove-lined creeks, rainforest interior and local settlements that serve as bases for exploration. Outdoor activities include hiking, birdwatching and visiting coastal sights, with local boat services to nearby islets and marine areas.

Middle Andaman has long been inhabited by indigenous Andamanese groups and later saw settlement and development under British colonial administration and the Indian government. More recent decades have seen development of transport links and local services.

Middle Andaman lies between North Andaman and South Andaman in the Bay of Bengal and is administered within the Andaman and Nicobar Islands union territory of India; principal settlements include Mayabunder and Rangat.

  • Access: The island is traversed by an internal road network that links settlements; regional ferry and boat services connect Middle Andaman with other islands.

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  • Mayabunder: Mayabunder is the principal administrative town on the island, serving as a local transport and services hub.
  • Rangat: Rangat is a larger settlement with commercial services and access points to surrounding forests and coastal areas.
Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Middle Andaman Island

The island is best visited during the dry season (November-April) when sea conditions and outdoor activities are most reliable.

Dry season (best)
November-April · 24-31°C
Calm seas, clearer skies and reliable boat services make this the best period for beaches, snorkeling and inter‑island travel.
Monsoon (wet)
May-October · 25-30°C
Heavy rains and rough seas are common; many boat services and activities may be suspended.

Weather & Climate near Middle Andaman Island

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2997 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 62 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
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Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 22° - 29° 25° 46 mm partly cloudy 75% 1.9 m/s 1.8 very high 11.4h
February Ideal 22° - 30° 26° 21 mm some cloud 71% 1.7 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.6h
March Ideal 23° - 31° 27° 7 mm some cloud 69% 2.0 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 25° - 32° 31° 53 mm partly cloudy 69% 2.1 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.3h
May Good 25° - 31° 32° 353 mm overcast 79% 2.4 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.6h
June Good 24° - 30° 30° 526 mm overcast 84% 2.8 m/s 1.8 very high 12.7h
July Good 24° - 30° 27° 460 mm overcast 85% 2.7 m/s 1.9 very high 12.7h
August Good 24° - 29° 27° 444 mm overcast 85% 2.4 m/s 2.0 very high 12.4h
September Good 24° - 29° 27° 502 mm overcast 85% 1.9 m/s 1.9 very high 12.1h
October Good 24° - 30° 27° 304 mm overcast 82% 1.6 m/s 2.0 very high 11.7h
November Very Good 24° - 30° 27° 189 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.0 m/s 1.8 very high 11.4h
December Very Good 23° - 29° 26° 92 mm partly cloudy 77% 2.1 m/s 1.7 very high 11.3h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Middle Andaman Island

Middle Andaman Island is reached from Port Blair in the Andaman Islands. Passengers travel by scheduled government/passenger ferries (departure points in Port Blair such as Phoenix Bay/Haddo jetties) to Rangat or Mayabunder on Middle Andaman - ferry crossings take several hours and schedules vary, so check the current timetable in Port Blair.

Once you land at Rangat or Mayabunder the island’s interior is served by local roads; taxis and local buses or hired vehicles connect the ferry terminal with towns and beaches on Middle Andaman.

Tips for Visiting Middle Andaman Island

  • Visit during the dry season (roughly November-April) when sea conditions are most reliable for ferries and island travel and daytime weather is friendlier for exploring.
  • Reach Middle Andaman via scheduled government passenger ferries from Port Blair to Rangat or Mayabunder and plan schedules ahead-interisland services are limited and can be irregular.
  • Hire a local guide or boat for remote beaches and nature spots; much of the island's best coastline and wildlife viewing is outside the small towns and easier to access with local knowledge.