South Sentinel Island
Island Remote Andaman island strictly restricted and uninhabited
South Sentinel Island in the Andaman chain is home to the Sentinelese; approach and landing are prohibited under Indian law, making it off‑limits to visitors and researchers.
How to Get to South Sentinel Island #
There is no legal access. The island lies west of the main Andaman archipelago; approaches are monitored by the Indian Navy. Any travel in the region must comply with Andaman and Nicobar administration notices.
Tips for Visiting South Sentinel Island #
- Access to South Sentinel Island is strictly prohibited by Indian authorities; do not attempt to land.
- If curious about local policy and history, read official advisories from the Andaman and Nicobar administration before planning any travel in the region.
Best Time to Visit South Sentinel Island #
No public access is allowed year-round; best 'visit' is by reading the island's history and admiralty notices.
Weather & Climate near South Sentinel Island #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (2222 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 29°C due to high humidity. The driest month with just 23 mm.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (267 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (256 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (246 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (257 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (304 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (296 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (239 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
