Is January a good time to visit Kadmat Island?

Kadmat Island scores 5/5 in January. Peak — best diving visibility, calm seas.

Is Kadmat Island safe for kids in January?

Yes, Kadmat Island is rated 3/5 for families.

January · Lakshadweep

Kadmat Island

5/5 · Peak Season

5/5

Peak Season

Kadmat Island in January

Lakshadweep, India

2measymid-range

Share on WhatsApp

Peak — best diving visibility, calm seas

Why January scores 5/5

🌤

Weather

Peak — best diving visibility, calm seas

🛣

Roads & Access

self drive: N/A. public transport: Government boats. from nearest city: Agatti flight + boat 4hr. Or Kochi ship 16-20hr.. last km difficulty: moderate

🏥

Safety & Emergency

rescue: Coast Guard 1554. helpline: Kadmat police. ambulance: None. nearest hospital: PHC Kadmat — basic. Evacuate to Kavaratti (3hr boat).

📶

Network

JIO: No, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: No. BSNL only. Limited.

👶

Kids

Kid-friendly (3/5) — Best water sports in Lakshadweep, Calm lagoon, Tourist huts comfortable

⛰

Elevation

2m — Low altitude, no issues

Who should go

✓First-time travelers
✓Senior citizens
✓Families with children
✓Anyone looking for the best time to visit

Who should think twice

✗Anyone needing constant connectivity

All 12 Months

Month	Score	Note
Januaryviewing	5/5	Peak — best diving visibility, calm seas
February	5/5	Best month. All water sports open.
March	5/5	Excellent. Warm, clear.
April	4/5	Good. Slightly warmer.
May	3/5	May at Kadmat: 28–32°C, warm seas but choppy pre-monsoon. Diving windows narrow, permits tight — shoulder, book early and expect cancellations.
June	1/5	Monsoon starting.
July	0/5	Peak monsoon
August	0/5	Monsoon
September	1/5	Monsoon retreating
October	3/5	October at Kadmat: 26–31°C, transition window. Diving and kayaking returning — shoulder, permits slow and seas still settling from monsoon.
November	4/5	November at Kadmat: 24–30°C, lagoon diving and kayaking workable, sandbank stable. Shoulder to peak Lakshadweep window — permits still needed, ferry schedules holding.
December	5/5	December at Kadmat: 24–30°C, lagoon water warm and clear for diving and kayaking. Lakshadweep permit required, boat transfers reliable this month.