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Komodo, Indonesia · Equatorial tropical

Komodo in March: go or not?

Mixed period. Komodo in March: 5.2/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 8.55°S · 119.49°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Komodo · March
5.2
25–29°
Temperature
42%
Rain
6h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Dennis Schmidt via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in March

In March, Komodo sees 84°F during the day with 6.2h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 42% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

March ranks 11 out of 12 months in Komodo. Compared to February: +2°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in March

UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
24°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is March the right month?

The best month in Komodo is July (9.1/10), 3.9 pts higher than March.

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 ⓘ+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)
Location

Where is Komodo ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Indonesia
Equatorial 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 March?
In March, the sea averages 84°F in Komodo: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Komodo in March?
The average UV index reaches 8 in March in Komodo (very high), with about 12.1h of daylight. Protection essential.