Island in Riau Islands, Indonesia
Bintan weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Bintan
Jun–Sep is driest; Nov–Feb is rainy with rough seas. Weekends and Singapore school holidays bring crowds to Lagoi. Haze from Sumatra can arrive in Aug–Oct.
Bintan weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan28°241 mm
- Feb28°111 mm
- Mar29°174 mm
- Apr29°203 mm
- May29°211 mm
- Jun29°178 mm
- Jul29°179 mm
- Aug29°166 mm
- Sep29°176 mm
- Oct29°215 mm
- Nov28°300 mm
- Dec28°314 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C82°F | 26°C78°F | 241 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| February | 28°C82°F | 26°C78°F | 111 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| March | 29°C83°F | 26°C80°F | 174 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| April | 29°C84°F | 27°C81°F | 203 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| May | 29°C85°F | 28°C82°F | 211 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| June | 29°C84°F | 28°C82°F | 178 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| July | 29°C84°F | 27°C81°F | 179 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| August | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 166 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| September | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 176 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| October | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 215 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| November | 28°C83°F | 27°C80°F | 300 mm | 82% | Very wet |
| December | 28°C82°F | 26°C79°F | 314 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 Bintan?
May–Sep. Jun–Sep is driest; Nov–Feb is rainy with rough seas. Weekends and Singapore school holidays bring crowds to Lagoi. Haze from Sumatra can arrive in Aug–Oct.
When is the rainy season in Bintan?
Rain peaks in December with about 314 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Mar–Jan.
What is the hottest month in Bintan?
May, with average highs of 29°C (85°F).
How cold does Bintan get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 26°C (78°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Bintan Resorts
- Wonderful Indonesia (Ministry of Tourism)
- 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.