Nancowry Island Island
Island in Nicobar archipelago with indigenous Nicobarese communities
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.
Nancowry Island at a Glance#
Address: Nancowry Island, Nancowry (Nicobar Islands), Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
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.
Best Time to Visit Nancowry Island#
Visit during the dry season (November-April) for the most reliable weather and easier sea access.
Weather & Climate near Nancowry Island#
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.
January
January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (136 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (301 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (314 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (277 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (258 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (344 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (296 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (272 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (254 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
