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Best time to visit Labuan Bajo: month by month
Short answer
April to November is the dry season and the best time, with calm seas, sunny days and highs of about 29–30°C. August is busiest, and April–June is green after the rains. December to March is the wet season, with 22–27 rain days a month and rougher seas.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28°C | 24°C | 27 | low |
| Feb | 28°C | 23°C | 27 | low |
| Mar | 28°C | 24°C | 26 | low |
| Apr | 29°C | 24°C | 16 | medium |
| May | 29°C | 24°C | 12 | medium |
| Jun | 29°C | 23°C | 14 | high |
| Jul | 30°C | 23°C | 8 | very high |
| Aug | 29°C | 22°C | 8 | very high |
| Sep | 30°C | 23°C | 12 | high |
| Oct | 30°C | 24°C | 14 | medium |
| Nov | 30°C | 24°C | 22 | medium |
| Dec | 29°C | 24°C | 25 | medium |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Early dry season (Apr–Jun)
Highs of about 29°C and lows of 23–24°C, with 12–16 rain days a month falling fast; green islands and calm seas.
Peak dry season (Jul–Sep)
Highs of about 29–30°C and lows of 22–23°C, with only 8–12 rain days; brown, dry islands, best visibility and busiest boats.
Late dry season (Oct–Nov)
Highs of about 30°C and lows of 24°C, with rain days rising from about 14 to 22; quieter, warmer water.
Wet season (Dec–Mar)
Highs of about 28–29°C and lows of 23–24°C, with 25–27 rain days a month; rougher seas, but mantas often more common.
Events worth planning around
- Indonesian Independence Day — 17 August
- Christmas and New Year — late December, busy with domestic visitors
When to avoid
Avoid January to March if you want calm seas and reliable boat days. July and August are the busiest and most expensive months.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Komodo?
April to November, the dry season, with calm seas and sunny days.
Can I visit Komodo in the rainy season?
Yes, but seas are rougher from December to March and some trips may be cancelled.
When is Labuan Bajo busiest?
July and August. Book boats and hotels early for those months.