Amboyna Cay

Island Small reef cay in Spratly Islands, contested territory

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Amboyna Cay
7.8918, 112.9212

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

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