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Aur Island

Island

Aur (Pulau Aur), off Johor's east coast, is a dive and snorkel destination reached by boat; visitors come for coral reefs, clear water and sport-fishing trips.

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Address: Aur Island (Pulau Aur), Johor, Malaysia
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About Aur Island

Pulau Aur (Aur Island) is a small island in Johor, Malaysia, in the South China Sea, noted for coral reefs and reef diving. It forms part of the offshore island groups off the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia.

The island is popular with snorkelers and scuba divers for its clear water and reef systems and is visited primarily by day trips and liveaboard dive operators. There are limited facilities on the island and no large permanent settlements, so most visitors stay on boats or simple island accommodations.

Historically a small fishing and navigation landmark for local seafarers, the island’s contemporary use centers on marine tourism rather than permanent habitation. Conservation and seasonal weather strongly influence visitor access.

Pulau Aur lies off the east coast of Johor and is reached by boat from mainland launch points such as Mersing; it is part of the chain of islands that includes nearby diving destinations.

  • Seasonality: Best visited in the dry season-roughly April to October-when boat services operate regularly and diving is safe; the island is often inaccessible during the November-March monsoon months.
  • Access: Reached only by boat from mainland departure points such as Mersing or nearby jetties, with day trips and liveaboard dive trips being the typical ways to visit.
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Aur Island

Pulau Aur is best visited in Malaysia's dry season (roughly March-October) when diving and boat services are reliable.

Dry season
March-October · 26-32°C (79-90°F)
Calmer seas and the best time for diving and snorkeling.
Monsoon months
November-February · 24-30°C (75-86°F)
Rougher seas and fewer boat services; many accommodations close.

Weather & Climate near Aur Island

Climate

Aur Island's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2566 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 53 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MarchAprilJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 22° - 27° 24° 279 mm overcast 85% 2.8 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.9h
February Good 22° - 27° 25° 173 mm overcast 84% 2.9 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.9h
March Very Good 22° - 29° 25° 142 mm partly cloudy 83% 2.1 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 22° - 30° 26° 157 mm partly cloudy 80% 1.9 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.1h
May Good 23° - 30° 26° 156 mm overcast 80% 1.6 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
June Very Good 23° - 30° 26° 117 mm overcast 81% 1.9 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.1h
July Good 22° - 30° 26° 149 mm overcast 82% 2.0 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.1h
August Good 22° - 29° 26° 132 mm overcast 82% 2.1 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
September Good 22° - 29° 26° 150 mm overcast 81% 2.2 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.0h
October Good 22° - 29° 26° 210 mm overcast 80% 2.0 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.0h
November Good 22° - 28° 25° 376 mm overcast 83% 1.8 m/s 1.9 very high 11.9h
December Good 22° - 27° 25° 525 mm overcast 85% 2.4 m/s 1.8 very high 11.9h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Aur Island

Reach Aur Island by speedboat from Mersing or Sedili Kechil on Malaysia’s east coast; travel times vary by sea conditions and operator.

Tips for Visiting Aur Island

  • Bring snorkeling gear - the island's clear coastal waters are best appreciated beneath the surface.
  • Check boat departures from Mersing or Sedili Kechil - schedules are seasonal and weather-dependent.