Avoid
Calangute-Baga in May
Goa, India
Pre-monsoon heat. Most shacks closed. Beach empty.
Why May scores 1/5
Weather
Pre-monsoon heat. Most shacks closed. Beach empty.
Roads & Access
self drive: Scooter is the way — ₹300-500/day.. road condition: Good but congested in season.. public transport: Local buses, taxis. GoaMiles app.. from nearest city: Panaji 15km (30min). Airport 40km (1hr).. last km difficulty: easy
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 4/5. helpline: 100. ambulance: 108. police station: Calangute Police Station. nearest hospital: Manipal Hospital Goa (15km). Local clinics.
Network
VI: Yes, JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Good 4G throughout.
Kids
Kid-friendly (4/5) — Shallow calm water for paddling, Water sports available, Family-friendly shacks, Familiar food options
Elevation
5m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
- ✓Remote workers (network available)
Who should think twice
- ✗Those with flexible dates — better months exist
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5/5 | Peak season. Perfect beach weather 22-32°C. All shacks and clubs open. |
| February | 5/5 | Excellent. Crowds thin slightly after New Year. Best beach month. |
| March | 4/5 | Getting warmer. Russian tourist peak. Still good for water sports. |
| April | 3/5 | Hot. Beach okay mornings/evenings only. Shacks start closing. |
| Mayviewing | 1/5 | Pre-monsoon heat. Most shacks closed. Beach empty. |
| June | 0/5 | Monsoon — rough seas, no water sports, shacks dismantled. Do not visit for beach. |
| July | 0/5 | Peak monsoon. Beach dangerous. Everything closed. |
| August | 0/5 | Monsoon continues. No beach activity. |
| September | 1/5 | Monsoon ending. Shacks being rebuilt. Beach not yet ready. |
| October | 4/5 | Season opens. Shacks rebuilt. Weather pleasant. Fewer crowds than peak. |
| November | 5/5 | Excellent. Full season mode. All water sports running. |
| December | 5/5 | Peak — Christmas and New Year madness. Book 3 months ahead. |
Practical Details
How to reach
Panaji 15km (30min). Airport 40km (1hr).. Roads: Good but congested in season.. Self-drive: Scooter is the way — ₹300-500/day.. Public transport: Local buses, taxis. GoaMiles app.. Last stretch: easy
Elevation
5m
Difficulty
easy
Budget tier
mid-range
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