Baratang Island in November
Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India
Go in November — caves are accessible, roads are drying, and seas are calmer than monsoon, though humidity remains high and some boats may still run limited schedules.
Peak crowds
November is one of Baratang Island's busiest months. The score rates conditions — weather, access, value — not how many people you'll share them with. Andaman islands peak Nov–Mar during cool season and school holidays; monsoon and sea swells restrict access Jun–Sep.
November is Baratang properly back on the day-trip menu. Rainfall drops to 50-80mm as evening showers, the ATR convoy through the Jarawa Reserve runs reliably, and creek boats from Nilambur jetty are at full capacity. Daytime 23-30C, humidity 75 percent, the morning convoy genuinely pleasant. The limestone cave back chamber is dry-floor through to the deepest point. The mud volcano viewing platform is firm and stable. Port Blair tour operators sell the full Baratang package for 1,500-2,000 rupees per head, 25 percent below December peak. Bookings are 3-4 day lead time. Diwali week brings a 5-7 day spike. Outside that, this is the planner's month for Baratang.
Why November scores 8.0/10
Weather
Properly open. 60mm rain, 23-30C. Convoy on schedule, creek boats daily, cave dry, mud volcano firm.
पीक अलर्ट · JANUARY
Baratang Island January में सबसे अच्छा होता है।
इसे अपनी सूची में सहेजें — हम January के पीक से पहले आपकी मदद करेंगे।
What to do in Baratang Island this November
- 1Standard 4am convoy from Port Blair
- 2Mud volcano hike and photography
- 3Limestone caves boat ride through mangroves
- 4Mangrove forest exploration
Who should go
- ✓Travelers with basic fitness
- ✓Adventure seekers returning to normal operations
- ✓Cave photographers
- ✓Family day-trip planners
Who should think twice
- ✗Those with mobility issues
- ✗Anyone needing constant connectivity
- ✗Humidity remains high post-monsoon but manageable with early-morning timing.
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10.0/10 | Peak. 22-29C, dry. Convoy reliable, mud volcano + caves running. 4am Port Blair start required. |
| February | 10.0/10 | Driest, calmest. 23-30C. Cave boat ride glass-flat. Convoy on schedule. Best month for Baratang. |
| March | 8.0/10 | Late peak. 25-31C. Cave dry, mud volcano stable, creek boat calm. Day-trip prices 20% off Feb. |
| April | 8.0/10 | Hot 27-32C. Cave still dry, creek boat calm. ATR convoy on schedule. Big heat at the mud volcano. |
| May | 6.0/10 | Pre-monsoon. First half OK. After May 18 squalls cancel creek boats and ATR closes for landslides. |
| June | 2.0/10 | Monsoon. ATR closes for landslides routinely. Creek boats off, cave access flooded. Skip. |
| July | 2.0/10 | Peak monsoon. ATR closed routinely. All headline activities off. Skip. |
| August | 2.0/10 | Monsoon continues. 460mm rain. ATR broken, boats off, cave flooded. Skip entirely. |
| September | 4.0/10 | Late monsoon. 320mm rain. ATR repairs ongoing. Creek boats not yet running. Operators shut. |
| October | 6.0/10 | Recovery. 180mm rain. ATR reopens mid-month, creek boats restart late. Last week works. |
| Novemberviewing | 8.0/10 | Properly open. 60mm rain, 23-30C. Convoy on schedule, creek boats daily, cave dry, mud volcano firm. |
| December | 10.0/10 | Peak. 22-29C, dry. Convoy reliable, cave dry, creek glass-flat. Christmas-NY 40% premium. |
What to pack for November
- ▸Water-resistant hiking shoes
- ▸Wide-brimmed hat
- ▸Waterproof camera case
- ▸2L water bottle
- ▸Quick-dry clothing
Nearby in Andaman & Nicobar Islands scoring high in November
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