Gili Islands, IndonesiaQuick decision
When to visit Gili Islands?
🌞 Best time overall
July
🌡️ Optimal temperature
23°C–30°C in July
🌧 Least rain
29% rainy days in July
🌧 Wettest month
February (96%)
📅 Best score
8.1/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Turtle SnorkellingYear-round — Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Gili Meno.
DivingApril–November — underwater statues, reefs and PADI courses.
SunsetsYear-round — hammocks, Rinjani and Bali views.
CyclingYear-round — no cars, cidomo (horse carts) and bicycles.
Monthly climate data
Gili Islands weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 24°C | 29°C | 88% | 14.8 | 9.5h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 24°C | 29°C | 96% | 15.7 | 10.3h | 6.8/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 25°C | 30°C | 90% | 11.0 | 10.7h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ April | 24°C | 30°C | 78% | 6.2 | 11.5h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 25°C | 30°C | 55% | 2.8 | 11.5h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 24°C | 30°C | 43% | 1.9 | 11.1h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 23°C | 30°C | 29% | 1.3 | 11.1h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 23°C | 30°C | 30% | 1.1 | 11.2h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 24°C | 31°C | 53% | 1.8 | 11.8h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 24°C | 31°C | 55% | 2.9 | 12.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ November | 25°C | 30°C | 78% | 6.7 | 12.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 25°C | 30°C | 88% | 12.3 | 10.6h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 30°C, 74% rainy days, 11.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 30°C, 34% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 8.0/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 31°C, 62% rainy days, 11.9h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 29°C, 91% rainy days, 10.1h sunshine/day. Score: 6.9/10.
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FAQ
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July is ideal with 29% rainy days and 30°C. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
February is the wettest month with 96% rainy days.
Yes, July is the best month with an average of 30°C.
In winter, the average score is 6.9/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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