Season by season
Dry season (May–October)
Dry season (roughly May–October): sunny, generally calm seas and clear water.
Wet season (November–April)
Wet season (roughly November–April): showers and occasional rough seas; boat trips may be cancelled.
Sea, surf & trail conditions
Mornings are usually calmest; afternoon winds can make crossings choppy.
Month by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 23°C | 250 mm | Quiet |
| February | 31°C | 23°C | 230 mm | Quiet |
| March | 31°C | 23°C | 200 mm | Quiet |
| April | 32°C | 23°C | 120 mm | Quiet |
| May | 31°C | 22°C | 80 mm | Busy |
| June | 31°C | 21°C | 45 mm | Busy |
| July | 30°C | 21°C | 30 mm | Very busy |
| August | 30°C | 21°C | 15 mm | Very busy |
| September | 31°C | 22°C | 35 mm | Busy |
| October | 32°C | 23°C | 110 mm | Quiet |
| November | 32°C | 23°C | 200 mm | Quiet |
| December | 31°C | 23°C | 250 mm | Quiet |
Temperatures and rainfall are approximate long-term averages for the area, rounded; individual years vary, and mountain villages are cooler and wetter than the coast.
Festivals & events
- Weekends and holidays — busier with local visitors.
- Ramadan and Eid — dates move each year; some warungs close during the day.
Our advice
Go on a weekday in the dry season, early in the morning, for the clearest water and the islands to yourself.
