Amboyna Cay
Island Small reef cay in Spratly Islands, contested territory
How to Get to Amboyna Cay #
Amboyna Cay is offshore and reachable only by boat from coastal ports in the region. Travel requires careful navigation and local maritime knowledge; approach only with an experienced captain and permission where required.
Tips for Visiting Amboyna Cay #
- This cay is remote; ensure any visit is part of an organized, permitted expedition.
- Monitor maritime advisories-small shoals can be hazardous to navigation.
- Bring provisions and reef-safe sunscreen; there are no services.
Best Time to Visit Amboyna Cay #
Best visited during the regional dry season when sea conditions are more predictable.
Dry Season (Nov-Apr)
Nov-Apr · 25°C to 30°C
Calmer seas and better visibility for diving and observation.
Wet Season (May-Oct)
May-Oct · 26°C to 32°C
Higher chance of squalls; sea conditions can be rough.
Weather & Climate near Amboyna Cay #
Climate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
January
Weather
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight
February
Weather
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight
March
Weather
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight
April
Weather
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight
May
Weather
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight
June
Weather
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight
July
Weather
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight
August
Weather
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight
September
Weather
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight
October
Weather
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight
November
Weather
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight
December
Weather
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight