The month in detail
What to expect in August
August is peak dry season in Komodo. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (6% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (9.1/10) is significantly better if possible.
August ranks 3 out of 12 months in Komodo. Compared to July: +2°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
21°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 24
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Is August the right month?
The best month in Komodo is July (9.1/10), 2.8 pts higher than August.
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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 ⓘ+1.28°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthOctober · 88°F
❄️Coolest monthFebruary · 82°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 47%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Komodo ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
IndonesiaEquatorial tropical climate with a 9.1 → 5.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
8.55°S · 119.49°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Komodo?
July is the best month with 84°F highs, 77°F lows, 8.6h of sunshine and 6.0% rainy days. The months of July & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Komodo get in July?
Komodo averages 8.6 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Komodo?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Komodo in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 77°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is Komodo good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Komodo scores 5.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 8.8/10.
When should you avoid Komodo?
January is the most difficult month to visit Komodo, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Komodo in August?
In August, the sea averages 82°F in Komodo: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Komodo in August?
The average UV index reaches 8 in August in Komodo (very high), with about 11.7h of daylight. Protection essential.