Monsoon on the Konkan coast: what to expect

The monsoon is the season that shapes the Konkan coast. Around Vengurla and North Goa it usually arrives in June and lasts into September, bringing heavy rain, full rivers and a landscape that turns a deep, glowing green.

When does it arrive?

The south-west monsoon typically reaches this stretch of coast in early June. July and August are usually the wettest months; by late September the rain eases and the clear winter season begins.

How does the land change?

• Rivers and streams run full, and seasonal waterfalls appear in the hills.
• The forest is at its greenest — the best time to see how lush a plot really is.
• The soil soaks up water, which is why rainwater harvesting matters so much here. Read rainwater harvesting, explained.

Is it a good time to visit a plot?

For many buyers, yes. You see the land at its wettest: how water moves across it, which areas stay dry, and how the access roads hold up. It's the honest test of a farm plot. Pack an umbrella and good shoes — and plan your site visit a little further ahead, as travel can be slower.

Read more

• Vengurla & North Goa: a guide to the area
• Getting here