Island in Riau Islands, Indonesia
Batam weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Batam
Jun–Sep is driest; Nov–Feb is the rainy season with heavy downpours. Haze from Sumatra fires can appear in Aug–Oct; weekends are busy with Singapore visitors.
Batam weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan28°236 mm
- Feb28°108 mm
- Mar29°177 mm
- Apr30°203 mm
- May30°202 mm
- Jun29°164 mm
- Jul29°168 mm
- Aug29°166 mm
- Sep29°165 mm
- Oct29°206 mm
- Nov28°294 mm
- Dec28°302 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C82°F | 25°C77°F | 236 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| February | 28°C83°F | 25°C77°F | 108 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| March | 29°C84°F | 26°C79°F | 177 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| April | 30°C85°F | 27°C81°F | 203 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| May | 30°C85°F | 28°C82°F | 202 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| June | 29°C84°F | 27°C81°F | 164 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| July | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 168 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| August | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 166 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| September | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 165 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| October | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 206 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| November | 28°C83°F | 26°C80°F | 294 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| December | 28°C82°F | 26°C78°F | 302 mm | 85% | Very wet |
Best months across Indonesia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Bali | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Ubud | May–Sep | Nov (30°C) |
| Canggu | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Jakarta | Jun–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Seminyak | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Uluwatu | May–Sep | Apr (28°C) |
| Yogyakarta | May–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Gili Islands | May–Oct | Oct (32°C) |
| Nusa Penida | May–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Kuta | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Lombok | May–Sep | Oct (32°C) |
| Labuan Bajo | Apr–Oct | Oct (32°C) |
| Nusa Dua | May–Sep | Apr (29°C) |
| Sanur | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Raja Ampat | Oct–Apr | Nov (29°C) |
| Mount Bromo | May–Sep | Oct (27°C) |
| Bandung | May–Sep | Oct (28°C) |
| Nusa Lembongan | May–Oct | Oct (30°C) |
| Lake Toba | May–Sep | Apr (26°C) |
| Kuta Lombok | May–Oct | Nov (30°C) |
| Amed | May–Oct | Oct (30°C) |
| Batam | May–Sep | May (30°C) |
| Bintan | May–Sep | May (29°C) |
| Malang | May–Sep | Oct (32°C) |
| Bukit Lawang | Mar–Aug | Apr (30°C) |
| Medan | Feb–Mar, Jun–Aug | May (30°C) |
| Surabaya | May–Oct | Oct (36°C) |
| Manado | May–Oct | Oct (30°C) |
| Tana Toraja | Jun–Sep | Oct (26°C) |
| Jimbaran | May–Sep | Apr (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Batam?
May–Sep. Jun–Sep is driest; Nov–Feb is the rainy season with heavy downpours. Haze from Sumatra fires can appear in Aug–Oct; weekends are busy with Singapore visitors.
When is the rainy season in Batam?
Rain peaks in December with about 302 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Mar–Jan.
What is the hottest month in Batam?
May, with average highs of 30°C (85°F).
How cold does Batam get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 25°C (77°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Wonderful Indonesia (Ministry of Tourism)
- Batam Free Trade Zone Authority (BP Batam)
- InJourney Airports (Indonesian airports)
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.