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Gili Islands, Indonesia · Equatorial tropical

Gili Islands in October: go or not?

Mixed period. Gili Islands in October: 5.5/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 8.35°S · 116.04°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Gili Islands · October
5.5
24–31°
Temperature
24%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Marek Okon via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in October

In October, Gili Islands sees 88°F during the day with 7.4h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (24% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (5.9/10) is significantly better if possible.

October ranks 6 out of 12 months in Gili Islands.

This month's conditions

What it's like in October

UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 30
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Is October the right month?

The best month in Gili Islands is July (5.9/10), 0.4 pt higher than October.

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 monthSeptember · 88°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 84°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 73%

🏝️ Tropical stay

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

Where is Gili Islands ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Indonesia
Equatorial 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 86°F highs, 73°F 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 73°F, while afternoon highs average 86°F.
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 October?
In October, the sea averages 84°F in Gili Islands: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Gili Islands in October?
The average UV index reaches 9 in October in Gili Islands (very high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Protection essential.