Raja Ampat, IndonesiaQuick decision
When to visit Raja Ampat?
🌞 Best time overall
February
🌡️ Optimal temperature
23°C–29°C in February
🌧 Least rain
82% rainy days in February
🌧 Wettest month
January (85%)
📅 Best score
7.1/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Diving & snorkelingOct–Apr — world's greatest marine biodiversity, 1,500 species.
Islands & lagoonsOct–Apr — Pianemo, Wayag, turquoise lagoons among karsts.
Birds of paradiseOct–Apr — bird of paradise watching, tropical forest.
BudgetMay–Sep — rainy season but homestays €30, fewer crowds.
Monthly climate data
Raja Ampat weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 23°C | 29°C | 85% | 11.1 | 9.5h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ February | 23°C | 29°C | 82% | 8.5 | 10.4h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 23°C | 29°C | 87% | 10.6 | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 23°C | 29°C | 92% | 13.6 | 10.5h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 24°C | 29°C | 95% | 14.0 | 11.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 23°C | 28°C | 94% | 15.3 | 10.4h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 23°C | 28°C | 90% | 13.5 | 9.9h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 23°C | 28°C | 85% | 11.0 | 10.5h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 23°C | 29°C | 90% | 12.4 | 11.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 23°C | 29°C | 88% | 11.7 | 11.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 23°C | 29°C | 94% | 11.2 | 11.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 23°C | 29°C | 94% | 11.4 | 10.3h | 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 29°C, 91% rainy days, 10.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 28°C, 90% rainy days, 10.3h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 29°C, 91% rainy days, 11.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 29°C, 87% rainy days, 10.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
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FAQ
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February is ideal with 82% rainy days and 29°C. The months of February & August offer comparable conditions.
January is the wettest month with 85% rainy days.
Yes, February is the best month with an average of 29°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.0/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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