The best times to visit Rote Island for ideal weather are

April 30th to November 18th

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

 

 


Other Rote Island Travel Info

Weather in Rote Island

Temperature

Average temperatures in Rote Island 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 21st 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 Rote Island, 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 92.6°F (33.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.6°F (22.6°C) at night.

Rote Island Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Rote Island 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.

Rote Island Perceived Temperature (F)

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Rote Island Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Rote Island 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 88.7 81.3 73
Feb 88.6 80.8 72
Mar 89.3 80.9 71.8
Apr 89.1 81.1 71.6
May 88.1 80.5 70.8
Jun 86.6 78.7 69
Jul 86.4 78 68.1
Aug 87.5 78.5 67
Sep 89.6 80.3 68.4
Oct 91.4 82.6 70.9
Nov 92.5 84 72.7
Dec 90.1 82.3 74.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.5 27.4 22.8
Feb 31.4 27.1 22.2
Mar 31.8 27.2 22.1
Apr 31.7 27.3 22
May 31.2 26.9 21.6
Jun 30.3 25.9 20.6
Jul 30.2 25.6 20.1
Aug 30.8 25.8 19.4
Sep 32 26.8 20.2
Oct 33 28.1 21.6
Nov 33.6 28.9 22.6
Dec 32.3 27.9 23.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Rote Island are August, September, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late May to early June. For example, on the week of May 28th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late February and early March with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of February 26th.

When can you find snow in Rote Island? 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 Rote Island.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Rote Island (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 35% 0 9.3
Feb 42% 0 8.7
Mar 35% 0 9.7
Apr 15% 0 2.7
May 4% 0 0.9
Jun 2% 0 0.2
Jul 2% 0 0.2
Aug 1% 0 0.1
Sep 1% 0 0.2
Oct 3% 0 0.4
Nov 7% 0 2.2
Dec 31% 0 9.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 35 0 23.6
Feb 42 0 22.1
Mar 35 0 24.6
Apr 15 0 6.9
May 4 0 2.3
Jun 2 0 0.5
Jul 2 0 0.5
Aug 1 0 0.3
Sep 1 0 0.5
Oct 3 0 1
Nov 7 0 5.6
Dec 31 0 24.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Rote Island has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is August (62.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (83.7%).

Wind in Rote Island is usually calm. The windiest month is July, followed by June and August. July’s average wind speed of around 8.1 knots (9.3 MPH or 15 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early June where average top sustained speeds reach 13.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 3.5 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
Feb 3 Barely noticeable 8.6 Gentle breeze
Mar 2.2 Barely noticeable 7.8 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.1 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
May 6.5 Light breeze 12.1 Gentle breeze
Jun 8 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Jul 8.1 Gentle breeze 13.2 Gentle breeze
Aug 8 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Sep 6.3 Light breeze 11.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.8 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Nov 4.1 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.5 Barely noticeable 8.2 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 82.7%
Feb 83.7%
Mar 82.6%
Apr 77.7%
May 72.4%
Jun 67.9%
Jul 66.5%
Aug 62.5%
Sep 66.1%
Oct 67%
Nov 69.4%
Dec 80%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Rote Island?

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 Rote Island, Indonesia is August, followed by June and September. 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 Rote Island in November. 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 48 in November means 48% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Rote Island Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 90.1°F (32.3°C) and 87.5°F (30.8°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 1 to 11 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second 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 busiest season for tourism in Rote Island, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 92.6°F (33.7°C) and 88.7°F (31.5°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 2 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Rote Island to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 91.3°F (32.9°C) and 88.2°F (31.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 12 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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