Gili Air Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Gili Air is best described as tropical, the island is 8°C (46°F) south of the equator and therefore it has no extreme seasonal differences. Unlike spring, summer, autumn and winter in most part of the worlds, Gili Air only has a dry and wet season.
Monthly Temperature in Gili Air
With minimal seasonal shifts, Gili Air experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C (86°F) in May to a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in the coolest month, August.
Nights vary from 26°C (79°F) in May to around 24°C (75°F) during the colder months.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Gili Air
Gili Air has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1738 mm (68 in) of rainfall per year. The climate in Gili Air shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in January, the wettest month, with an average of 305 mm (12 in) of precipitation over 21 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 15 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Gili Air Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Gili Air
Gili Air offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between August (8.6 hours daily) and January (5.6 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Gili Air 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Gili Air
With its warm weather, Gili Air experiences temperatures from 29°C (84°F) to 30°C (86°F) throughout the year. May, June, July, August, September and October offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.
Note that January, February, March, April, November and December make up the rainy season, with heavier precipitation expected. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.