The best times to visit Banda Aceh for ideal weather are

July 16th to August 12th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Banda Aceh Travel Info

Weather in Banda Aceh

Temperature

Average temperatures in Banda Aceh vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 10th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Banda Aceh, the hottest months are June, July, and then May. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid June where highs are regularly around 93.4°F (34.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.8°F (23.2°C) at night.

Banda Aceh Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Banda Aceh Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Banda Aceh Perceived Temperature (F)

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Banda Aceh Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Banda Aceh Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 87.9 79.6 72.8
Feb 89.2 80.3 72.5
Mar 89.9 80.7 72.9
Apr 90.8 81.3 73.6
May 91.7 82.1 74.2
Jun 92.5 82.9 74.1
Jul 92.2 82.4 73.8
Aug 91.4 81.7 73.2
Sep 90.9 81.3 73
Oct 89.6 80.4 73
Nov 88.1 79.7 73.5
Dec 87.7 79.6 73.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.1 26.4 22.7
Feb 31.8 26.8 22.5
Mar 32.2 27.1 22.7
Apr 32.7 27.4 23.1
May 33.2 27.8 23.4
Jun 33.6 28.3 23.4
Jul 33.4 28 23.2
Aug 33 27.6 22.9
Sep 32.7 27.4 22.8
Oct 32 26.9 22.8
Nov 31.2 26.5 23.1
Dec 30.9 26.4 23

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Banda Aceh are July, June, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late June. For example, on the week of June 25th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 3rd.

When can you find snow in Banda Aceh? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Banda Aceh.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Banda Aceh (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 24% 0 5.8
Feb 14% 0 2
Mar 21% 0 4.4
Apr 21% 0 5.1
May 16% 0 2.7
Jun 12% 0 1.8
Jul 11% 0 1.5
Aug 13% 0 3.2
Sep 19% 0 3.6
Oct 22% 0 5.5
Nov 35% 0 9.1
Dec 31% 0 7.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 24 0 14.7
Feb 14 0 5.1
Mar 21 0 11.2
Apr 21 0 13
May 16 0 6.9
Jun 12 0 4.6
Jul 11 0 3.8
Aug 13 0 8.1
Sep 19 0 9.1
Oct 22 0 14
Nov 35 0 23.1
Dec 31 0 18.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Banda Aceh has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is July (63.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (79.4%).

Wind in Banda Aceh is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is January, followed by February and December. January’s average wind speed of around 4.5 knots (5.2 MPH or 8.4 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 10.6 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Banda Aceh.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.5 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.5 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.1 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.4 Barely noticeable 8 Gentle breeze
May 3.4 Barely noticeable 8.6 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.1 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.8 Barely noticeable 9.1 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.7 Barely noticeable 9 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.5 Barely noticeable 8.6 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.4 Barely noticeable 8 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.6 Barely noticeable 7.8 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.2 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 76.7%
Feb 74.6%
Mar 76.1%
Apr 76.1%
May 71.9%
Jun 64.4%
Jul 63.9%
Aug 67.1%
Sep 68.5%
Oct 74.1%
Nov 79.4%
Dec 79.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Banda Aceh?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Indonesia; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Banda Aceh, Indonesia is January, followed by August and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Banda Aceh in May. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 72.3 in May means 72.3% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Banda Aceh Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 92.2°F (33.4°C) and 89.3°F (31.8°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 3 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Banda Aceh, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 91.3°F (32.9°C) and 87.8°F (31°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 10 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Banda Aceh to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 89.3°F (31.8°C) and 87.3°F (30.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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