Sinquerim
North Goa · India
Sinquerim is a village in Bardez sub-district, North Goa, India.
Read more — WikipediaSinquerim is in Goa, located some 13 km away from Panaji.
The best months to visit are October–March.
The sea is warmest in May, at about 30°C (85°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): January–December.
May is the hottest month, with highs around 33°C (91°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around 20°C (68°F).
The wettest month is July, with rain on about 25 days.
February is the sunniest month, with about 10.2 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 36% of places in India.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 31°
- Humidity
- 99%
- Wind
- 5 km/h SE
- Gusts
- 9 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Pressure
- 1011 hPa
- UV index
- 4 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 06:27 / 18:08
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Sinquerim
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 32° | 31° | 32° | 33° | 33° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 31° | 32° | 32° |
| Average low | 20° | 20° | 23° | 25° | 26° | 25° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 24° | 22° | 21° |
| Sea temperature | 28° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 27° | 29° | 29° | 28° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 87 | 899 | 934 | 577 | 244 | 128 | 31 | 9 |
| Rain days | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 22 | 25 | 23 | 13 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 10 | 10.2 | 9.4 | 9.6 | 9.5 | 4.5 | 3.5 | 3.9 | 5.9 | 7.9 | 9 | 9.6 |
| Daylight (h) | 11.3 | 11.6 | 12 | 12.5 | 12.8 | 13 | 13 | 12.6 | 12.2 | 11.8 | 11.4 | 11.2 |
| Humidity (%) | 66 | 68 | 69 | 70 | 71 | 85 | 88 | 89 | 86 | 80 | 69 | 64 |
| Wind (km/h) | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Go score | 95 | 96 | 93 | 88 | 86 | 63 | 61 | 62 | 76 | 94 | 92 | 93 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Sinquerim, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
Rainy season: June–October Dry season: November–May (Based on average monthly rainfall)
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach & swimming | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Good | Good | Good |
| Sightseeing & city walks | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair |
| Diving & snorkelling | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good |
| Photography & sunsets | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Beach & swimming — Good: sea ≥ 24 °C, highs ≥ 26 °C and at most 6 rain days (or under 40 mm of rain in the month). Fair: sea ≥ 21 °C, highs ≥ 23 °C and at most 10 rain days (or under 80 mm).
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Diving & snorkelling — Good: sea ≥ 25 °C in a dry spell. Fair: ≥ 22 °C, or ≥ 20 °C near known dive sites.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Rainy season in Goa: June–October · Wettest month: July Month by month
Sinquerim: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Best value months
Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.
June–September
- Jun63
- Jul61
- Aug62
- Sep76
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Sinquerim: sea water temperature
Wave height: 0.7 m
Swimming seasonJanuary–December
Average sea temperature by month
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Sinquerim travel guide
What to see, do and eat, and where to stay — from an open, community-written travel guide.
Sinquerim is in Goa, located some 13 km away from Panaji.
The Sinquerim Beach is stunningly beautiful and quieter than the other beaches of Goa. This long, extended sandy terrain that runs incessantly along the coast is ideal for taking a walk. The feel of the glistening sands and the cool water caressing the feet gives you out of the feeling. The beach is one of a series of tranquil and spectacular stretch of sand and an ideal place for swimming. The tourists come down to this beach and prefer it for its pristine and serene setting.
The lovely beach of Sinquerim is one of the oldest preserved beaches in Goa. The famous fort Aguada is located near the beach. Fort Aguada was built by the Portuguese in the early 17th century to defend themselves against any foreign attack and to stop the entry of intruders through the River Mandovi.
Sinquerim beach Goa is one of the finest beaches in Goa that offers world-class water sports facilities to tourists. Beach activities here involve swimming, as sea is relatively calmer here. Other activities on the beach are the regular activities like strolling along the crystal-clear azure waters, chilling out lazying about on the beach. People love indulging in aqua sports likesurfing, water skiing, fishing, scuba diving and para sailing. Playing beach volleyball and sand castle making is equally great fun. Sinquerim beach stretches up to Candolim beach, which continues all the way north to Baga.
Being a major tourist destination there are a large number of hotels in the close environs of Sinquerim Beach. The numerous hotels and resorts near Sinquerim Beach provide the best kind of services and facilities. Moreover, there are a number of budget hotels.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Old Goa
ancient city in Ilhas district, Goa
Basilica of Bom Jesus
church in Velha Goa, India
Churches and Convents of Goa
Indian World Heritage site
Church of Our Lady of the Rosary
church in Old Goa
Vagator Beach
Beach in Goa, India
Goa State Museum
museum in Goa, India
Church of St. Francis of Assisi
church and cloister in Velha Goa, India
Shanta Durga Temple
Hindu temple in Goa, India
Chapora Beach
beach and village near the fort
Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church
church in Panjim, Goa
Archaeological Museum and Portrait Gallery
Archaeological Museum and Portrait Gallery in Old Goa
Church of St. Cajetan
church in Velha Goa, India
Sinquerim: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the left
Indian Rupee
INR · ₹
1 USD ≈ 94.9 INR
- Languages
- English, Hindi, Tamil
- Calling code
- +91
- Meal, casual restaurant₹550≈ $5.80
- Cappuccino₹155≈ $1.60
- Beer (0.5 l)₹220≈ $2.30
- Bottled water (1.5 l)₹74.00≈ $0.80
- Taxi, 5 km₹375≈ $3.90
- Public transport ticket₹73.00≈ $0.80
- Mid-range hotel, per night₹5,550≈ $59.00
Estimated from India’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 23% of US levels.
No public holidays in the coming months.
No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.
How to get to Sinquerim
Nearest airports
- GOIGoa Dabolim International AirportVasco da Gama15 km
- GOXManohar International AirportMopa29 km
- SDWSindhudurg AirportChipi61 km
- IXGBelagavi AirportBelgaum99 km
- KLHKolhapur AirportKolhapur141 km
- HBXHubballi AirportHubballi142 km
Distances
- New Delhi1,501 km 26 h 01 · 2 h 34
- Mumbai408 km 7 h 04 · 1 h 10
- Delhi1,505 km 26 h 05 · 2 h 35
- Bengaluru499 km 8 h 39 · 1 h 17
- Hyderabad542 km 9 h 23 · 1 h 21
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Hotels in Sinquerim
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
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Climate in Sinquerim
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Sinquerim?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Sinquerim is October–March.
What is the weather like in Sinquerim in October?
In October, Sinquerim averages a high of 31°C (88°F) and a low of 24°C (75°F), with 128 mm of rain on about 5 days.
How warm is the sea in Sinquerim?
The sea is warmest in May (about 30°C (85°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the rainiest month in Sinquerim?
July, with rain on about 25 days.
What is the nearest airport to Sinquerim?
Goa Dabolim International Airport (GOI), about 15 km away.
What power plugs are used in India?
Plug types C, D, at 230 V.
What currency is used in India?
Indian Rupee (INR).
What is the emergency number in India?
112.
Is India safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: Advises against all travel to parts of the country.
When is Sinquerim most crowded?
The busiest months are October–February.
When is Sinquerim least crowded?
The quietest months are June–August.
When is the best time to visit Sinquerim without the crowds?
May: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Sinquerim in?
Asia/Kolkata (UTC+5:30).
What is the population of Sinquerim?
About 1,000.