The month in detail
What to expect in January
January falls in the wet season in Gili Islands. Showers are often brief but intense. With 58% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
January ranks 9 out of 12 months in Gili Islands. Compared to December: −0.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
oppressive heat
24°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 30
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Gili Islands is July (5.9/10), 1.1 pt higher than January.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Indonesia
🗣️LanguageIndonesian
💶CurrencyRoupie indonésienne (Rp)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthSeptember · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 29°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 73%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Gili Islands ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
IndonesiaEquatorial tropical climate with a 5.9 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
8.35°S · 116.04°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Gili Islands?
July is the best month with 30.0°C highs, 23.0°C lows, 7.8h of sunshine and 12.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Gili Islands get in July?
Gili Islands averages 7.8 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 5.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Gili Islands?
February is the most unfavourable month with February has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Gili Islands in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 23.0°C, while afternoon highs average 30.0°C.
Is Gili Islands good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Gili Islands scores 4.5/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 5.9/10.
When should you avoid Gili Islands?
February is the most difficult month to visit Gili Islands, with February has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Gili Islands in January?
In January, the sea averages 29°C in Gili Islands: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Gili Islands in January?
The average UV index reaches 9 in January in Gili Islands (very high), with about 12.4h of daylight. Protection essential.