The best times to visit Komodo for ideal weather are

May 21st to October 21st

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

 

 


Other Komodo Travel Info

Weather in Komodo

Temperature

Average temperatures in Komodo vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 17th 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 Komodo, the hottest months are November, October, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early November where highs are regularly around 95.7°F (35.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.4°F (24.7°C) at night.

Komodo Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Komodo 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.

Komodo Perceived Temperature (F)

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Komodo Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Komodo 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 90.6 81.5 75.9
Feb 90.2 81.1 75.4
Mar 90.7 81.2 75
Apr 91.3 81.6 74.8
May 90.4 81.1 74.1
Jun 88.7 79.5 71.8
Jul 88.4 78.6 70.4
Aug 89.7 79.2 70.2
Sep 92.6 81.4 72.4
Oct 94.9 83.7 74.9
Nov 95.1 83.9 76.3
Dec 91.8 81.9 76.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 32.6 27.5 24.4
Feb 32.3 27.3 24.1
Mar 32.6 27.3 23.9
Apr 32.9 27.6 23.8
May 32.4 27.3 23.4
Jun 31.5 26.4 22.1
Jul 31.3 25.9 21.3
Aug 32.1 26.2 21.2
Sep 33.7 27.4 22.4
Oct 34.9 28.7 23.8
Nov 35.1 28.8 24.6
Dec 33.2 27.7 24.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Komodo are August, July, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid June. For example, on the week of June 11th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid December with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of December 17th.

When can you find snow in Komodo? 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 Komodo.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Komodo (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 39% 0 7.3
Feb 36% 0 5.1
Mar 27% 0 5.2
Apr 22% 0 3.3
May 12% 0 1.9
Jun 2% 0 0.3
Jul 1% 0 0.3
Aug 1% 0 0.1
Sep 4% 0 1
Oct 6% 0 0.9
Nov 21% 0 3.6
Dec 49% 0 8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 39 0 18.5
Feb 36 0 13
Mar 27 0 13.2
Apr 22 0 8.4
May 12 0 4.8
Jun 2 0 0.8
Jul 1 0 0.8
Aug 1 0 0.3
Sep 4 0 2.5
Oct 6 0 2.3
Nov 21 0 9.1
Dec 49 0 20.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Komodo has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is October (63% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (79.4%).

Wind in Komodo is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is September, followed by August and October. September’s average wind speed of around 6.2 knots (7.2 MPH or 11.5 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 to late August where average top sustained speeds reach 14.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 2.1 Barely noticeable 8.5 Gentle breeze
Feb 2.1 Barely noticeable 8.3 Gentle breeze
Mar 2.2 Barely noticeable 8.7 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.4 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
May 3.1 Barely noticeable 10 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.3 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Jul 4.9 Light breeze 12.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.8 Light breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Sep 6.2 Light breeze 13.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.5 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Nov 3.6 Barely noticeable 10.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.2 Barely noticeable 8.6 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 78.3%
Feb 79.4%
Mar 78.9%
Apr 77%
May 74.3%
Jun 72%
Jul 69.2%
Aug 64.7%
Sep 63.3%
Oct 63%
Nov 69.1%
Dec 78.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Komodo?

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 Komodo, Indonesia is March, followed by June and April. 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 Komodo in September. 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 61.9 in September means 61.9% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Komodo Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 91.7°F (33.2°C) and 89.3°F (31.8°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (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 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Komodo, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 95.7°F (35.4°C) and 91.9°F (33.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Komodo to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 93.4°F (34.1°C) and 89.7°F (32.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 15 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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