Best Time to Visit Indonesia: A Month-by-Month Guide
Indonesia is huge, so there isn't one best month for the whole country. As a rule, April to October is the dry season in Bali, Java and Komodo, and October to April is the best window for Raja Ampat. Use the table below to find the best time to visit places you want to see.
Best time to visit Indonesia by destination
Destination | Best months | Good to know |
Bali and Java | April to October | Short, heavy rain bursts from November to March |
April to October | Rough seas in January and February. Wettest from November to January | |
October to April | Windy and wetter from June to September | |
May to October | Rain from November to April | |
Check local forecasts | Rain all year, heaviest October to January | |
June to September | Driest in August and September. Heavier rain from November to January |
Month by month
Month | Overall | Highlights |
January | Wet season | Rough seas around Bali, Lombok and Komodo. Strong manta activity at Komodo |
February | Wet season | Heavy rain. Some outer islands in Komodo may be hard to reach |
March | Wet season ending | Seas start to settle. Manta sightings continue |
April | Dry season starts | Calmer seas, good for diving at Komodo and in Bali |
May | Dry season | Some of the best diving visibility of the year |
June | Dry season | Flat seas, good for underwater photography. Raja Ampat gets windier from June |
July | Driest month, peak season | Busy in Bali and Komodo. Book early |
August | Peak season | Busiest month in many areas. Strong currents suit experienced divers |
September | Dry season | Stable weather. Often recommended as one of the best months overall |
October | Dry season ending | Still good for diving. Calmer seas return to Raja Ampat |
November | Wet season starts | Fewer visitors. Often better value |
December | Wet season | Heavy rain and rough seas. High manta activity at Komodo. Christmas and New Year are busy |
Frequently asked questions
Is there a bad time to visit Indonesia?
Not for the whole country. The right month depends on where you want to go. The wettest months are generally November to March, except for Raja Ampat, which is calmer during those months.
When is the best time for diving?
April to October for Komodo and Bali. October to April for Raja Ampat.
When can I see manta rays?
At Komodo, manta activity is usually highest from December to March.
When is the cheapest time to visit?
Often November to March, outside the Christmas and New Year period. Prices vary, so check current rates before you book.
Ready to plan your trip?
Tell us your dates, the places you’d like to see and how many people are travelling. We’ll put together a tailor-made itinerary for you, with the best season for each destination built in.
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