Best Time to Visit Lakshadweep: Official Season Guide

The short answer is October to mid-May.

That is the period identified by SPORTS, the Society for Promotion of Nature Tourism and Sports. The Lakshadweep Administration gives a slightly wider September to May window. Since the two official sources are not identical, this guide uses October to mid-May as the practical common period for planning a leisure trip.

Verified on 30 July 2026.

Season at a glance

Period	What official sources say	Practical planning note
October to February	Falls within the official tourist season and follows the southwest monsoon period	Suitable for travellers who want to avoid the hotter March to May period
March to mid-May	Still within the official tourist season	SPORTS notes a rise in temperature during March and April. The Administration identifies March to May as the hottest period on Kavaratti
Mid-May to September	SPORTS describes this as the rainy period. Its climate page places the southwest monsoon from June to September	Ship access becomes difficult. Confirm every transport sector before paying for non-refundable bookings

Why the monsoon changes travel planning

Lakshadweep is not connected internally like a mainland destination. Reaching several islands depends on sea transport.

SPORTS says ship travel becomes difficult during the rainy period from mid-May to September. It also says Agatti and Bangaram can be accessed by air through Agatti during the monsoon, while reaching Kadmat, Minicoy and Kavaratti is more difficult because they do not have the same direct air access.

This does not mean that every resort closes during the monsoon. In fact, the official SPORTS tourist-season page says resorts remain open throughout the year. The important distinction is between a property being open and a traveller being able to reach it reliably.

October to February

This period sits fully inside the official tourist season and comes after the southwest monsoon months identified by SPORTS.

It is a sensible choice for a first Lakshadweep trip, especially when the itinerary depends on boats or a ship package. However, an official season does not guarantee calm seas or uninterrupted transport on a particular day. Check the current forecast and transport status before departure.

March to mid-May

March, April and the first half of May remain part of the official tourist season.

SPORTS says temperatures rise during March and April. The Lakshadweep Administration’s Kavaratti page identifies March to May as the hottest part of the year there, with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 35°C.

If you are comfortable with tropical heat, these months remain within the recognised travel window. Do not assume that prices will be lower. Airfares, packages and accommodation rates change with actual availability and must be checked for the intended dates.

Mid-May to September

This is the period that needs the most care.

SPORTS describes mid-May to September as rainy and says travel by ship becomes difficult. Its climate guidance places the southwest monsoon from June to September. The Lakshadweep Administration’s Kavaratti page describes the local monsoon period as 15 May to 15 September and says boats are not allowed outside the lagoon during violent sea conditions.

A trip may still be possible through Agatti, but the full itinerary depends on current flights and onward transfers. Do not book on the assumption that a route or activity will operate simply because it appeared in an older timetable.

Choosing dates by trip type

First visit or family trip

Plan within October to mid-May. Choose dates only after confirming accommodation, entry requirements and every transport sector.

Ship package

Use the dates published for the specific SPORTS package. The general tourist season is not a ship timetable.

Scuba diving or other water sports

The Lakshadweep Administration says the September to May period is conducive to water sports. Conditions and dive-centre operations can still vary by island and date. Confirm directly with the centre before booking.

Monsoon trip

Treat it as a transport-dependent trip, not as a cheaper version of the main season. Check the live IMD forecast, the current airline status and the confirmed island transfer before paying for connected bookings.

What this guide does not estimate

Official sources reviewed for this page do not provide a verified month-by-month table for underwater visibility, crowd levels, resort prices or flight reliability. Those figures have therefore not been estimated here.

Before travelling, verify:

1. Entry permit requirements on the Lakshadweep Administration website.
2. Current flight or ship operation with the airline, SPORTS or Directorate of Shipping.
3. The island transfer with the accommodation provider or authorised operator.
4. The latest weather and sea bulletin from the India Meteorological Department.
5. Cancellation and refund conditions for every connected booking.