Is November a good time to visit North Bay Island?

North Bay Island scores 8.0/10 in November (verdict: go). North Bay operates best October to May. March to April are warm with 18-20m snorkel windows. It's the closest coral experience to Port Blair on a half-day schedule.

What are the best months to visit North Bay Island?

The best months to visit North Bay Island are October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May. November is one of them.

What is the temperature in North Bay Island in November?

North Bay Island sees 23–30°C in November. Strong shoulder. 60mm rain. 23-30C. Vis 25m. Diwali week packed. Otherwise smooth.

What is the weather like in North Bay Island in November?

North Bay Island weather in November: 23–30°C. Strong shoulder. 60mm rain. 23-30C. Vis 25m. Diwali week packed. Otherwise smooth.

Is North Bay Island safe for kids in November?

North Bay Island is rated 8.0/10 for families. November is a suitable travel window.

Is North Bay Island safe in November?

North Bay Island has a safety rating of 8.0/10. Coral + snorkel day-trip from Port Blair (Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex / Aberdeen Jetty). No overnight stays. Use licensed boat operators; avoid unlicensed touts at the jetty.

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8.0/10Good Time

North Bay Island in November

Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India

Go in November — coral visibility is returning after monsoon and the sea is calming, making snorkeling and diving ideal with a 4/5 rating.

Peak crowds

November is one of North Bay Island's busiest months. The score rates conditions — weather, access, value — not how many people you'll share them with. Andaman water-sports island busiest Oct–May during calm seas and clear skies; Jun–Sep monsoon/cyclone season sees fewest divers and snorkelers.

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November at North Bay is genuine peak conditions before peak prices. Rainfall drops to 50-80mm as evening showers, sea state is calm through almost the entire month, and underwater visibility holds at 25m at the reef. Air 23-30C, water 28C. All operators are at full capacity - sea-walk slots run two an hour, beginner-scuba on demand, glass-bottom continuously 8am-3pm. The 20-minute crossing is reliable. Diwali week (variable date, usually first half) drives a 5-7 day spike: combined-tour bookings sell out a day ahead, sea-walk slots fill by 9am. Outside Diwali, slots are walk-in. Cyclone watch active to late November.

Why November scores 8.0/10

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Weather

Strong shoulder. 60mm rain. 23-30C. Vis 25m. Diwali week packed. Otherwise smooth.

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What to do in North Bay Island this November

1Glass-bottom boat tour for non-swimmers
2Underwater helmet walk (sea-walking)
3Beginner scuba diving
4Coral reef exploration via snorkelling

Who should go

✓First-time travelers
✓Senior citizens
✓Budget beach tourists
✓Water sports enthusiasts
✓Day-trippers

Who should think twice

✗Those needing nightlife
✗Extended-stay seekers
✗Luxury-focused travellers

All 12 Months

Month	Score	Note
January	10.0/10	Peak. 24-29C, vis 25-30m. Glass-bottom and sea-walk daily. Boats fill 8-10am.
February	10.0/10	Driest month. 25-30C. Vis 30m. Sea-walk visibility maxes. Quieter post-Valentines weekday.
March	8.0/10	Late peak. 26-32C, vis 25-28m. Boats on schedule. PB hotel rates back 25 percent below January.
April	8.0/10	Hot 28-33C. Vis 22-25m. Boats on schedule, hotel rates 35 percent off January. Off-peak with full operations.
May	8.0/10	Last clean window. 28-33C. Vis 18-22m. Boats run first 18 days reliably. Squalls in last week.
June	2.0/10	Southwest monsoon. 450mm rain, rough seas. Phoenix Bay sailings cancel daily. Skip.
July	2.0/10	Peak monsoon. 500mm rain. All operators closed. Sailings suspended most weeks. Skip.
August	2.0/10	Monsoon continues. 420mm rain. All operators still closed. Crossings unsafe. Skip.
September	4.0/10	Late monsoon. 270mm rain. Operators reopen last week. Vis 12-15m. Sailings still 30 percent cancellation rate.
October	8.0/10	Season opens. 130mm rain mostly first week. Vis recovers to 20-25m. Operators full menu by mid-month.
Novemberviewing	8.0/10	Strong shoulder. 60mm rain. 23-30C. Vis 25m. Diwali week packed. Otherwise smooth.
December	10.0/10	Peak. 23-29C. Vis 28-30m. Christmas-NY 50 percent premium. Sea-walk slots gone by 8:30am.

What to pack for November

▸Snorkel gear or wetsuit
▸Sun protection and reef-safe sunscreen
▸Underwater camera
▸Towel and dry change
▸Light jacket for boat spray
▸Water shoes for rocky shore

Nearby in Andaman & Nicobar Islands scoring high in November

Rangat

8.0/10

moderate20mbudget

Properly open. 60mm rain, 23-30C. ATR convoy reliable, boardwalk dry, Cuthbert Bay nesting begins.

Chidiya Tapu

8.0/10

easy10mbudget

Strong shoulder. 60mm rain. 23-30C. Trail dry, migrants returning. Diwali week busier.

Diglipur

8.0/10

moderate30mbudget

Trail open, dinghy running, ferry on schedule. Turtle nesting starts late month. 70mm rain.

Port Blair (Sri Vijaya Puram)

8.0/10

easy16mmid-range

Peak builds. 50-80mm rainfall, 23-30C. NE monsoon residual but ferries reliable. Diwali rush.

Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)

8.0/10

easy5mbudget

Strong shoulder. 60mm rain, 23-30C. Diwali week busy, otherwise excellent.

Long Island

8.0/10

moderate10mbudget

Properly open. 70mm rain, 24-30C. Ferry 3 weekly, Lalaji Bay reef clean, homestays at 1,500-2,200.

Ross Island (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep)

8.0/10

easy5mbudget

Strong shoulder. 60mm rain. 23-30C. Show running clear nights. Diwali week packed.

Baratang Island

8.0/10

moderate10mbudget

Properly open. 60mm rain, 23-30C. Convoy on schedule, creek boats daily, cave dry, mud volcano firm.

How to reach North Bay Island

Airport

Veer Savarkar International, Port Blair (IXZ) + 20min boat

Rail

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8.0/10Good Time

North Bay Island in November

Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India

Go in November — coral visibility is returning after monsoon and the sea is calming, making snorkeling and diving ideal with a 4/5 rating.

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Why November scores 8.0/10

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Weather

Strong shoulder. 60mm rain. 23-30C. Vis 25m. Diwali week packed. Otherwise smooth.

PEAK ALERT · JANUARY

North Bay Island is at its best in January.

Save it to your shortlist and we'll help you catch January before it fills up.

What to do in North Bay Island this November

1Glass-bottom boat tour for non-swimmers
2Underwater helmet walk (sea-walking)
3Beginner scuba diving
4Coral reef exploration via snorkelling

Who should go

✓First-time travelers
✓Senior citizens
✓Budget beach tourists
✓Water sports enthusiasts
✓Day-trippers

Who should think twice

✗Those needing nightlife
✗Extended-stay seekers
✗Luxury-focused travellers

All 12 Months

Month	Score	Note
January	10.0/10	Peak. 24-29C, vis 25-30m. Glass-bottom and sea-walk daily. Boats fill 8-10am.
February	10.0/10	Driest month. 25-30C. Vis 30m. Sea-walk visibility maxes. Quieter post-Valentines weekday.
March	8.0/10	Late peak. 26-32C, vis 25-28m. Boats on schedule. PB hotel rates back 25 percent below January.
April	8.0/10	Hot 28-33C. Vis 22-25m. Boats on schedule, hotel rates 35 percent off January. Off-peak with full operations.
May	8.0/10	Last clean window. 28-33C. Vis 18-22m. Boats run first 18 days reliably. Squalls in last week.
June	2.0/10	Southwest monsoon. 450mm rain, rough seas. Phoenix Bay sailings cancel daily. Skip.
July	2.0/10	Peak monsoon. 500mm rain. All operators closed. Sailings suspended most weeks. Skip.
August	2.0/10	Monsoon continues. 420mm rain. All operators still closed. Crossings unsafe. Skip.
September	4.0/10	Late monsoon. 270mm rain. Operators reopen last week. Vis 12-15m. Sailings still 30 percent cancellation rate.
October	8.0/10	Season opens. 130mm rain mostly first week. Vis recovers to 20-25m. Operators full menu by mid-month.
Novemberviewing	8.0/10	Strong shoulder. 60mm rain. 23-30C. Vis 25m. Diwali week packed. Otherwise smooth.
December	10.0/10	Peak. 23-29C. Vis 28-30m. Christmas-NY 50 percent premium. Sea-walk slots gone by 8:30am.