Riau Archipelago Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia in April.

Planning a getaway to the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Riau Archipelago in April

The Riau Archipelago, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. April in the Riau Archipelago generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Nagoya. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Lagoi with an average of 199 mm (7.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Tanjung Balai Karimun with 234 mm (9.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Nagoya gets around 174 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore the Riau Archipelago by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Riau Archipelago — and find the best time to visit. (based on Nagoya)

Best Places to Visit in the Riau Archipelago in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Riau Archipelago.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Riau Archipelago

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia?

Temperature range in the Riau Archipelago (April)

Precipitation variation in the Riau Archipelago (April)

Nagoya

In April Nagoya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
174 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Batam Center

In April Batam Center generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
174 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Lagoi

In April Lagoi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
174 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
199 mm (7.8 in)
212 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Tanjung Pinang

In April Tanjung Pinang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
174 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
179 mm (7 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
219 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Tanjung Balai Karimun

In April Tanjung Balai Karimun generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
174 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Riau Archipelago, in Indonesia.

In our records: Indonesia April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Indonesia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest April day in Indonesia reached 40°C (104°F) in Pulau Merah on April 1, 2014.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Riau Archipelago in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nagoya 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 208 mm (8.2 in)
Batam Center 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 210 mm (8.3 in)
Lagoi 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 199 mm (7.8 in)
Tanjung Pinang 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)
Tanjung Balai Karimun 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 234 mm (9.2 in)
Sekupang 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)

The Riau Archipelago weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia in April?

Expect poor weather across the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia in April. The popular destination of Nagoya averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 27°C (81°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia in April?

Average temperatures in the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia during April range from a nighttime low near 27°C (81°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Nagoya.

Does the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia get a lot of rain in April?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Nagoya records an average of 208 mm (8.2 in) in April, putting it among the wetter months for the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit the Riau Archipelago, Indonesia due to the typically poor weather in Nagoya.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February and March offering mostly pleasant weather in Nagoya. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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