Climate ▸Forecast ▸January ▸February ▸
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember

Merauke Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Merauke has a steady warm climate throughout the year. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Merauke remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in November to a comfortable 28°C in August.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 24°C in August. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Merauke is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1815 mm. The seasons in Merauke, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, March, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 307 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 34 mm over 7 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Merauke Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Merauke

Wed   Jan 15
33°C | 25°C
W 4 m/s
6.3 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Thu   Jan 16
33°C | 25°C
W 4 m/s
7.8 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Fri   Jan 17
32°C | 24°C
SW 4 m/s
3.9 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Merauke in Indonesia

Merauke has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 30°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: July, August and September.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Merauke?
    Rainy season in Merauke occurs in the months of January, February, March, April and December.
  • Which is the hottest month in Merauke?
    November has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Merauke?
    The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Merauke?
    March tops the wettest month list with 307 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Merauke?
    August is the driest month with 34 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.