Six seasons spent tracking the Andaman calendar: logged Port Blair day-and-night temperatures and sea state across March 2023-2025, dived Havelock’s house reefs and North Bay in the pre-monsoon window, and timed inter-island ferries through March’s calm-sea stretch. Every figure below is checked against Port Blair climate normals.
Yes, March is one of the best months to visit Andaman. It is the warm, dry tail of the islands’ high season: daytime highs sit around 29°C, nights stay a comfortable 25-26°C, the sea holds near 29°C and runs calm and clear, and rainfall is among the lowest all year. That combination gives you the last reliably bright window for scuba, snorkelling and ferry-hopping before April-May pre-monsoon heat and humidity build. The trade-off is peak-season company and peak-season rates. This guide gives you the exact March weather and temperature, an early-vs-late-month split, a clear go/skip verdict, and the 15 best places to visit – so you can decide and plan in one read.
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Andaman Weather in March 2026 - At a Glance
Andaman weather in March is warm, dry and stable. Expect daytime highs of about 29°C, night-time lows of 25-26°C, sea temperatures near 29°C, humidity of 72-77% and only 3-5 rainy days across the month – it is one of the driest, clearest stretches of the entire year. The table below summarises the conditions you can plan around.
| Metric | Andaman in March (Port Blair) |
| Average daytime high | ~29°C (28.6°C early March → 29.2°C late March) |
| Average night-time low | ~25-26°C |
| Sea temperature | ~29°C (28.9°C) — warm for swimming & diving |
| Rainfall | Low — among the driest months of the year |
| Rainy days | About 3-5, mostly brief afternoon showers |
| Humidity | 72-77% — comfortable, not oppressive |
| Sea / swell condition | Calm and clear — peak underwater visibility |
| Daylight | About 12 hours (sunrise ~5:50am, sunset ~5:50pm) |
March delivers high-season weather without the wettest extremes. It’s warm enough for the water and dry enough to be outdoors all day, and the sea stays calm enough that ferries and water sports run on schedule.
March Temperature, Humidity & Sea Conditions
The temperature in Andaman in March barely swings – it is one of the most predictable months to pack for. Daytime highs hold around 29°C and nights stay near 25-26°C, so you are in light cottons by day and rarely need more than a thin layer after dark. Humidity at 72-77% is noticeable but not heavy, and a steady sea breeze keeps the coast comfortable. The sea is the headline: at roughly 29°C it is bath-warm, and the calm pre-monsoon swell means visibility on the reefs at Havelock, Neil and North Bay is at its yearly best.
There is a small but useful shift across the month – early March runs marginally cooler and fresher than the last week, which edges toward the warmer, slightly stickier feel of April. Use this split to time your trip:
| Window | Daytime high | Night low | How it feels | Best for |
| Early March (1-15) | ~28.6-29°C | ~25°C | Warm, dry, fresh mornings | Diving & snorkelling, calm ferries, fewer crowds than Dec-Jan peak |
| Late March (16-31) | ~29.2°C | ~26°C | Warmer, a touch more humid | The last clear window before April-May pre-monsoon heat; good end-season value |
Is March a Good Time to Visit Andaman? Choose March If…
For most travellers, yes. March is a good time to visit Andaman because it pairs warm, dry, high-season weather with the calmest, clearest seas of the year — ideal for water activities – while sitting just before the pre-monsoon heat thins the crowds and softens prices. Here is the honest go/skip:
Choose March if you want…
- Warm, dry days (~29°C) and very little rain – the driest tail of high season.
- The year’s best underwater visibility for scuba and snorkelling at Havelock, Neil and North Bay.
- Calm seas so inter-island ferries and water sports run reliably.
- To catch Holi (Wednesday 4 March 2026) on the islands and ride the end-season shoulder for slightly better value than the Dec-Jan peak.
Skip March (or plan carefully) if you…
- Want the lowest prices — rates are still high-season; the cheapest months are the monsoon (June-September).
- Dislike warm, humid afternoons — late March starts to feel sticky as it edges toward April.
- Are travelling on fixed dates — popular ferries (Port Blair-Havelock-Neil) and Radhanagar-area stays book out fast in March, so reserve early.
If your priority is clear water and dependable weather, March is close to ideal. If you’re chasing the lowest possible price, it isn’t your month.
March vs Peak Winter (December-January): Which Andaman Trip Suits You?
Both windows fall inside the October-May high season, so neither is a wrong choice – they trade weather, crowds and cost differently. This matrix shows where each one wins.
| Factor | Andaman in March | Andaman in December-January (peak) |
| Daytime temperature | ~29°C — warm | ~28-30°C — warm |
| Sea & visibility | Calmest, clearest of the year | Very good, occasionally breezier |
| Rainfall | Low (3-5 days) | Low-moderate |
| Crowds | Busy, easing late month | Heaviest of the year (holiday peak) |
| Prices | High, softening end-season | Highest — Christmas/New Year premium |
| Best for | Diving, calm-sea trips, end-season value | Festive holiday atmosphere, guaranteed dry |
If you can travel either window, March gives you marginally better water conditions and a slightly easier-going, better-value trip than the December-January crush, which is exactly why it suits divers and couples who want the islands at their calmest.
15 Best Places to Visit in Andaman in March
March's calm seas and clear skies open up every island on the map - the boat crossings are smooth and the reefs are at their most visible. Here are the 15 places worth building a March itinerary around, from the Port Blair gateway to the far north of the archipelago.
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Port Blair - The Gateway Capital
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Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) - The Headline Island
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Radhanagar Beach - The Showpiece
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Mount Harriet National Park - For Trekking & Views
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North Bay Island - Sea-Walking & Snorkelling
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Chidiya Tapu - Birdwatching & Sunset Point
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Jolly Buoy Island - Coral & Glass-Bottom Boats
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Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) - The Slow Island
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Ross Island (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Dweep) - Living History
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Elephant Beach - Water Sports Hub
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Diglipur - The Far North
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Kala Pathar Beach - For Quiet
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Corbyn's Cove Beach - Closest to the City
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Vijaynagar Beach - Unwind on Havelock
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Baratang Island - Caves & Mud Volcanoes
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Port Blair - The Gateway Capital
Almost every Andaman trip starts here. Give it a day or two for the Cellular Jail National Memorial and its evening light-and-sound show, the Samudrika Marine Museum, Chatham Saw Mill and nearby Corbyn’s Cove. March evenings are dry and warm, ideal for the open-air sound-and-light show.
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Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) - The Headline Island
The islands’ best-known base, about 90 minutes by fast ferry from Port Blair. Havelock is home to Radhanagar and Elephant beaches and the top dive sites; in March the house reefs run clear, making it the natural hub for a 2-3 night water-focused stay.
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Radhanagar Beach - The Showpiece
Repeatedly rated among Asia’s finest beaches, with a wide arc of white sand and turquoise water. March’s calm sea makes it genuinely swim-friendly, and the west-facing shore gives one of the cleanest sunsets in the islands.
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Mount Harriet National Park - For Trekking & Views
One of South Andaman’s highest points, laced with forest trails and birdlife and looking out toward Ross Island and the harbour. March’s dry ground makes the trek and the viewpoint at their best – bring water for the warm climb.
North Bay Island - Sea-Walking & Snorkelling
The closest reef adventure to Port Blair and the home of underwater sea-walking, snorkelling and glass-bottom boats. Reef visibility peaks in dry March, so it is a strong half-day for first-time snorkellers and families.
Chidiya Tapu - Birdwatching & Sunset Point
A quiet forest-and-coast pocket south of Port Blair, best for early-morning birdwatching and a celebrated sunset over the sea. The dry March mornings are prime for spotting parakeets, sea eagles and kingfishers.
Jolly Buoy Island - Coral & Glass-Bottom Boats
A plastic-free eco-island in Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, reached by boat with snorkelling and glass-bottom rides over vivid coral. It is open through March (the island closes around mid-May for the monsoon), so this is a prime month to go.
Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep) - The Slow Island
Smaller and more laid-back than Havelock, with Bharatpur, Laxmanpur and Sitapur beaches and a natural rock bridge. March’s settled sea makes the short ferry hop easy and the snorkelling off Bharatpur clear.
Ross Island (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Dweep) - Living History
The former British administrative headquarters, now atmospheric ruins reclaimed by forest, deer and peacocks, a short boat ride from Port Blair. An easy, shaded half-day that pairs well with North Bay.
Elephant Beach - Water Sports Hub
Havelock’s go-to spot for snorkelling and water sports such as jet-ski and banana-boat rides, reached by a short speedboat or a jungle trek. The shallow reef sits close to shore and reads clearest in the dry March water.
Diglipur - The Far North
North Andaman’s adventure base: the Ross & Smith twin islands joined by a natural sandbar, Saddle Peak (the archipelago’s highest), and the tail end of the turtle-nesting season. It is a long haul from Port Blair but rewards travellers with more time.
Kala Pathar Beach - For Quiet
A calmer, black-rock-flanked stretch on Havelock, away from the Radhanagar crowds. Good for an unhurried walk and reading hours; the March light here is soft in the late afternoon.
Corbyn's Cove Beach - Closest to the City
A coconut-lined beach minutes from Port Blair, with jet-ski and speedboat rides on tap. Handy for an arrival-day or departure-day swim without a long transfer.
Vijaynagar Beach - Unwind on Havelock
A casuarina-lined, gently shelving beach next to Havelock’s main resorts, made for slow mornings and easy swims in the calm March sea.
Baratang Island - Caves & Mud Volcanoes
A day trip from Port Blair to limestone caves and the islands’ mud volcanoes, reached by a mangrove-creek boat ride and a convoy through the Jarawa reserve. Check the fixed convoy timings – March’s dry roads make the journey smoother.
Things to Do in March: Water Sports, Diving & Holi
March is a doing month. Because the sea is at its calmest and clearest, every water activity runs at its best and almost nothing is weather-suspended (unlike the monsoon months). Build your days around the water and one big festival:
- Scuba diving & snorkelling: peak visibility at Havelock, Neil and North Bay; warm ~29°C water means longer, more comfortable dives. Beginners can do a try-dive; certified divers get the clearest reefs of the year.
- Sea-walking & glass-bottom boats: North Bay and Jolly Buoy are ideal for non-swimmers to see coral up close.
- Water sports: jet-ski, parasailing, banana and speedboat rides at Elephant Beach, North Bay and Corbyn’s Cove all operate normally on March’s calm sea.
- Island-hopping ferries: smooth crossings on the Port Blair-Havelock-Neil triangle — the reliability that makes a tight March itinerary realistic.
- Holi on the islands: Holi falls on Wednesday 4 March 2026 (with Holika Dahan on Tuesday 3 March). Port Blair and the resort islands mark it with colour and small gatherings – a festive bonus if your dates line up.
All of the above run through March because it is firmly inside high season; the monsoon suspensions that affect June-September simply do not apply.
Planning a March Trip: How to Reach, Value & Packing
A March trip takes a little forward planning because you are travelling in high season. Here is a simple, step-by-step way to put it together.
How to plan an Andaman trip in March, step by step
- Fly into Port Blair. Veer Savarkar International Airport is connected to Chennai, Kolkata, Delhi, Bengaluru and other major cities. Book early — March is high-season and seats fill.
- Sort your permit (foreigners only). Indian nationals need no Restricted Area Permit for Port Blair, Havelock and Neil — just carry a valid government photo ID. Foreign nationals get the permit on arrival.
- Book inter-island ferries in advance. Reserve the Port Blair-Havelock-Neil ferries ahead; private fast ferries take about 90 minutes and sell out in March.
- Base yourself in two or three spots. A typical 5-6 day plan: 1-2 nights Port Blair, 2-3 nights Havelock, 1 night Neil — enough for the beaches, a dive and a couple of day trips.
- Pre-book diving and day tours. Scuba slots, Jolly Buoy/North Bay boats and the Baratang convoy run on fixed capacity and timings — lock them in before you arrive.
Value & end-season note
March sits at the end of the high season, so rates are still firm at the start of the month and begin to ease toward the end as peak demand tapers – the late-March window can offer better value than the December-January holiday premium without giving up the weather. Exact savings vary by operator and year.
What to pack
Light cottons and breathable clothing for ~29°C days, a thin layer for breezy evenings, strong reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses, swimwear and quick-dry gear for the water, and sturdy sandals for boat jetties and the Mount Harriet and Baratang trails.
Once your dates are set, you can shape the itinerary around your beaches, dives and day trips with Andaman tour packages for March, which can be customised to start from any city and combine Port Blair, Havelock and Neil in one trip. For wider trip-planning background, see the full
The Verdict on Andaman in March
March is one of the best months to visit Andaman: warm ~29°C days, calm ~29°C seas, the clearest underwater visibility of the year and almost no rain – the last dependable bright window before the pre-monsoon heat sets in. You pay for it with high-season prices and busy beaches, but if clear water and reliable weather matter more than the lowest fare, it is hard to beat.
When your dates are set, build the trip around your beaches, dives and day trips with Andaman tour packages for March – fully customisable from any city.
Planning a different month? Andaman by season
Compare the weather and best things to do across the year: Andaman in June – monsoon weather guide · Andaman in August – is it worth it? · Andaman in December – peak-season guide.
Andaman in March 2026 - FAQs
Yes. March is the warm, dry tail of Andaman's October-May high season, with ~29°C days, calm clear seas and very little rain. It offers the year's best underwater visibility for diving and snorkelling and reliable ferry crossings. The only trade-offs are high-season prices and busy beaches, which start to ease toward late March.
Daytime highs average about 29°C (28.6°C in early March rising to roughly 29.2°C late in the month) and night-time lows stay around 25-26°C. The sea sits near 29°C. It is consistently warm, so pack light cottons for the day and a thin layer for the evening breeze.
No - March is warm but comfortable, not extreme. Highs around 29°C with a steady sea breeze and 72-77% humidity feel pleasant, especially compared with the hotter, stickier April and May. Late March is the warmest stretch as it edges toward the pre-monsoon heat.
Very little. March is one of the driest months of the year, with only about 3-5 rainy days and mostly brief afternoon showers rather than sustained rain. The monsoon does not arrive until late May, so March stays bright and largely dry.
Yes - the sea is at its calmest and clearest in March, with warm ~29°C water and peak visibility. Scuba diving, snorkelling, sea-walking and jet-ski and parasailing rides all operate normally, and inter-island ferries run on smooth crossings.
March is busy because it is high season, though crowds and prices begin to ease toward the end of the month. Popular ferries and Havelock stays book out early, so reserve flights, ferries and hotels well ahead - especially around Holi (4 March 2026).
Expect warm, dry, stable weather: highs near 29°C, lows of 25-26°C, sea temperature about 29°C, humidity 72-77%, only 3-5 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. It is one of the most settled, predictable months on the islands.
No. Indian nationals do not need a Restricted Area Permit for the main tourist islands - Port Blair, Havelock (Swaraj Dweep) and Neil (Shaheed Dweep) - but should carry a valid government photo ID. Foreign nationals receive the permit on arrival at the airport.
About 5-6 days suit most travellers: 1-2 nights in Port Blair, 2-3 nights on Havelock and a night on Neil. That covers the headline beaches, a dive or snorkel, and day trips to North Bay or Ross Island without rushing. Add 2-3 days if you want to reach Diglipur in the north.
Generally a little. Both fall in high season, but March avoids the Christmas-New Year premium of December-January and prices soften toward late March as peak demand tapers. It is not as cheap as the monsoon months (June-September), which are the lowest-priced but wettest.
March is one of the best months to dive. The calm pre-monsoon sea gives the year's clearest visibility and the water is a warm ~29°C, so dives are longer and more comfortable. Havelock, Neil and North Bay all offer try-dives for beginners and clear reefs for certified divers.
