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Nancowry Island

Island

Part of the Nicobar archipelago, Nancowry Island has coconut groves, villages and WWII relics; travel by outsiders normally requires Indian government permits due to restricted access.

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Nancowry Island essentials

Address: Nancowry Island, Nancowry (Nicobar Islands), Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
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Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Nancowry Island

Visit during the dry season (November-April) for the most reliable weather and easier sea access.

Dry season (best)
November-April · 24-30°C
Calmer seas and drier weather make transport and outdoor activities easier; this is the preferred window for visits.
Monsoon (rainy)
May-October · 24-30°C
Heavy rains, rough seas and reduced transport options are common; travel can be difficult or disrupted.

Weather & Climate near Nancowry Island

Climate

Nancowry Island's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2683 mm/year), wettest in September.

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Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 24° - 29° 27° 136 mm overcast 80% 2.5 m/s 1.9 very high 11.6h
February Excellent 24° - 30° 27° 62 mm partly cloudy 79% 2.6 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.8h
March Very Good 24° - 31° 30° 72 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.0 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.0h
April Good 24° - 31° 31° 97 mm partly cloudy 78% 1.9 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.2h
May Good 24° - 30° 30° 301 mm overcast 81% 2.3 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.3h
June Good 24° - 30° 31° 314 mm overcast 82% 3.3 m/s 1.9 very high 12.4h
July Good 24° - 30° 27° 277 mm overcast 82% 2.7 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.4h
August Good 24° - 30° 27° 258 mm overcast 82% 3.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.2h
September Good 24° - 30° 27° 344 mm overcast 82% 2.4 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.1h
October Good 23° - 29° 26° 296 mm overcast 82% 1.8 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.8h
November Good 23° - 29° 26° 272 mm overcast 82% 1.9 m/s 1.8 very high 11.7h
December Good 24° - 29° 26° 254 mm overcast 81% 2.7 m/s 1.7 very high 11.6h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Nancowry Island

Nancowry Island (part of the Nicobar Islands) is remote and not served by regular commercial transport. Access to the Nicobar Islands is restricted and requires prior permits from Indian authorities; visits are normally arranged via government-approved ships or special charters from Port Blair (Andaman Islands) or via authorised government flights/transport. Do not attempt to travel there without the necessary clearances.

Tips for Visiting Nancowry Island

  • Nancowry Island is part of the Nicobar group and is subject to strict access controls-travel generally requires prior permission from Indian authorities (Protected Area Permit) and entry is tightly regulated, so secure permits well in advance.
  • There are no regular tourist services or commercial flights to Nicobar islands; access is normally via infrequent government-authorised vessels or special arrangements from Port Blair, so plan logistics through the Andaman & Nicobar administration and expect limited on-island infrastructure.