Saddle Peak National Park
National Park Tropical forest national park on North Andaman Island
Protected area on North Andaman Island surrounding the archipelago’s highest point, Saddle Peak; hikers and wildlife enthusiasts follow forest trails and coastal viewpoints.
How to Get to Saddle Peak National Park #
Saddle Peak is on North Andaman Island near Diglipur. Visitors usually reach the Andamans by flight to Port Blair, then domestic transport and local boats to Diglipur; from there local roads and guides provide access to the park.
Tips for Visiting Saddle Peak National Park #
- Hire a local guide or park ranger-Saddle Peak is a sensitive conservation area.
- Start early to avoid mid-day heat and to spot wildlife at dawn.
- Bring binoculars for bird and endemic species watching; trails can be steep and slippery.
Best Time to Visit Saddle Peak National Park #
Dry season (December-April) is best for hiking and spotting wildlife with safer trail conditions.
Weather & Climate near Saddle Peak National Park #
Saddle Peak National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (3557 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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February
February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 16 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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May
May is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (362 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (583 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (662 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (581 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (632 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (316 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (183 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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