The best times to visit Nusa Tenggara for ideal weather are

June 4th to September 16th

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

 

 


Other Nusa Tenggara Travel Info

Weather in Nusa Tenggara

Temperature

Average temperatures in Nusa Tenggara vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 75th 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 Nusa Tenggara, the hottest months are October, November, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid October where highs are regularly around 79.3°F (26.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 59.1°F (15.1°C) at night.

Nusa Tenggara Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Nusa Tenggara 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.

Nusa Tenggara Perceived Temperature (F)

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Nusa Tenggara Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Nusa Tenggara 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 76 70.5 63.2
Feb 75.3 69.9 62
Mar 76.2 70.3 61.3
Apr 76.7 70.9 60.7
May 76.8 70.9 59.5
Jun 76.1 70 57
Jul 75.6 69.2 55.5
Aug 76.5 69.5 54.5
Sep 78.6 71.4 57.2
Oct 79.1 72.2 59.6
Nov 78.7 72 60.8
Dec 76.5 70.9 62.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 24.4 21.4 17.3
Feb 24.1 21.1 16.7
Mar 24.6 21.3 16.3
Apr 24.8 21.6 15.9
May 24.9 21.6 15.3
Jun 24.5 21.1 13.9
Jul 24.2 20.7 13.1
Aug 24.7 20.8 12.5
Sep 25.9 21.9 14
Oct 26.2 22.3 15.3
Nov 25.9 22.2 16
Dec 24.7 21.6 17.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Nusa Tenggara 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 August. For example, on the week of August 6th 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 5 days of significant precipitation the week of December 3rd.

When can you find snow in Nusa Tenggara? 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 Nusa Tenggara.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Nusa Tenggara (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 43% 0 10.2
Feb 59% 0 14
Mar 58% 0 16.7
Apr 56% 0 15.3
May 32% 0 8.4
Jun 9% 0 2.2
Jul 7% 0 1.4
Aug 5% 0 1
Sep 19% 0 5.2
Oct 34% 0 8.4
Nov 54% 0 14.9
Dec 62% 0 15.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 43 0 25.9
Feb 59 0 35.6
Mar 58 0 42.4
Apr 56 0 38.9
May 32 0 21.3
Jun 9 0 5.6
Jul 7 0 3.6
Aug 5 0 2.5
Sep 19 0 13.2
Oct 34 0 21.3
Nov 54 0 37.8
Dec 62 0 40.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Nusa Tenggara has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is September (60.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (84.2%).

Wind in Nusa Tenggara is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is January, followed by February and September. January’s average wind speed of around 5.1 knots (5.8 MPH or 9.4 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 9.9 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.1 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.4 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.3 Barely noticeable 7.1 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.5 Barely noticeable 6.2 Light breeze
May 2.8 Barely noticeable 6.2 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.8 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Jul 3.2 Barely noticeable 6.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.5 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Sep 4 Light breeze 7.9 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.5 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.8 Barely noticeable 6.4 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.9 Barely noticeable 6.6 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 81.9%
Feb 84.2%
Mar 82.4%
Apr 80.9%
May 77.8%
Jun 72.5%
Jul 69.6%
Aug 65.4%
Sep 60.7%
Oct 66%
Nov 74.3%
Dec 82.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Nusa Tenggara?

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 Nusa Tenggara, 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 Nusa Tenggara 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 Nusa Tenggara Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 77.2°F (25.1°C) and 75.5°F (24.2°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is frequent with 10 to 18 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 comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 2 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Nusa Tenggara, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 77.8°F (25.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 6 to 16 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 Nusa Tenggara to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 77.9°F (25.5°C) and 75.1°F (23.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a very great amount: 13 to 19 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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