Main image

Wikimedia Commons CC BY-SA 4.0 Wikimedia Commons

Rutland Island

Island

A small island south of Port Blair in the Andamans, Rutland Island (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Island) is reachable by boat; visitors go for quiet beaches, shoreline walks and the island lighthouse.

Rutland Island DelhiAgraJaipurVaranasiGoaMumbaiUdaipurRutland Island
In this guide

Rutland Island essentials

Country: India
Driest months: Jan-Mar
Pay in: Rupee (₨)
Emergency: 101

Rutland Island at a Glance

About Rutland Island

Rutland Island is an island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands group of India, located in the southern part of the archipelago near Port Blair. It is one of the smaller islands close to the territory’s administrative centre.

The island contains small villages, shoreline areas and coastal vegetation rather than major built attractions; visitors typically travel by local boat from Port Blair. Activities are local-scale and include short excursions, beach visits and observation of coastal life.

Rutland has been part of the broader settlement and maritime landscape of the Andamans and remains sparsely developed compared with Port Blair and larger islands. Over time the island’s role has been primarily local and maritime rather than urban.

Geographically it lies off the coast of South Andaman near Port Blair within the Andaman Sea, forming part of the island cluster around the capital.

  • Access: Regular boat services connect the island with Port Blair and other Andaman islands, making it accessible for day visits.
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Rutland Island

Best visited in the dry season (October-May), when weather, sea conditions and boat services are most reliable.

Peak dry season
October-February · 22-28°C
Clearer skies, calm seas and lower humidity - best for beaches, snorkeling and boat access to Rutland Island.
Hot shoulder
March-May · 28-33°C
Hotter and more humid; still possible to visit but conditions are warmer and sea can be rougher.
Monsoon
June-September · 24-30°C
Frequent heavy rain, choppy seas and limited boat services - not recommended for beach or snorkeling trips.

Weather & Climate near Rutland Island

Climate

Rutland Island's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2710 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 60 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 22° - 28° 25° 44 mm partly cloudy 75% 2.1 m/s 1.9 very high 11.4h
February Ideal 22° - 29° 25° 29 mm mostly sunny 72% 1.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.7h
March Excellent 22° - 30° 26° 59 mm some cloud 71% 2.0 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 23° - 31° 29° 133 mm partly cloudy 72% 1.9 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.3h
May Good 24° - 30° 27° 302 mm overcast 79% 2.6 m/s 2.0 very high 12.5h
June Good 23° - 29° 26° 328 mm overcast 83% 2.6 m/s 1.9 very high 12.7h
July Good 23° - 28° 26° 367 mm overcast 84% 2.5 m/s 1.9 very high 12.6h
August Good 23° - 28° 26° 365 mm overcast 84% 2.5 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.4h
September Good 23° - 28° 25° 405 mm overcast 83% 1.9 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.1h
October Good 22° - 28° 25° 332 mm overcast 81% 1.7 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.8h
November Good 23° - 28° 26° 233 mm partly cloudy 79% 1.9 m/s 1.8 very high 11.5h
December Very Good 22° - 28° 25° 113 mm partly cloudy 77% 2.3 m/s 1.7 very high 11.3h