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Labuan Bajo, Indonesia · Equatorial tropical

Labuan Bajo in April: go or not?

Mixed period. Labuan Bajo in April: 5.7/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 8.49°S · 119.88°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Labuan Bajo · April
5.7
24–29°
Temperature
29%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
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The month in detail

What to expect in April

In April, Labuan Bajo sees 29°C during the day with 7.1h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 29% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (8.9/10) is significantly better if possible.

April ranks 6 out of 12 months in Labuan Bajo. Compared to March: 32 pts fewer rainy days, +1.7h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in April

UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
24°
Sea
30°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 39
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Is April the right month?

The best month in Labuan Bajo is July (8.9/10), 3.2 pts higher than April.

See July →See all 12 months →
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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 monthMay · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 69%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
Location

Where is Labuan Bajo ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Indonesia
Equatorial tropical climate with a 8.9 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
8.49°S · 119.88°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Labuan Bajo?
August is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 8.4h of sunshine and 9.0% rainy days. The months of August & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Labuan Bajo get in August?
Labuan Bajo averages 8.4 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Labuan Bajo?
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 Labuan Bajo in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Labuan Bajo good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Labuan Bajo scores 4.6/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid Labuan Bajo?
February is the most difficult month to visit Labuan Bajo, 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 Labuan Bajo in April?
In April, the sea averages 30°C in Labuan Bajo: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Labuan Bajo in April?
The average UV index reaches 8 in April in Labuan Bajo (very high), with about 11.8h of daylight. Protection essential.