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Bukit Timah Hill at a Glance#

Address: Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Hindhede Drive, Singapore

Website: https://www.nparks.gov.sg/

Hours: Nature reserve typically open from dawn to dusk (approx. 7:00am-7:00pm) - check NParks for seasonal changes

Admission: Free (nature reserve); park authority charges for guided night walks or educational programs on occasion

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About Bukit Timah Hill#

Bukit Timah Hill is the highest natural point on Singapore’s main island, rising to 163.63 metres within the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. The area preserves a remnant of primary tropical rainforest rare on the island.

Trails lead to the summit from reserve entrances and the climb is short but steep; the summit is marked and offers views over surrounding green areas and nearby suburban districts. The site is popular with walkers, nature observers and students of tropical ecology.

The reserve protects native tree species and supports a range of forest bird and mammal species, making it one of the island’s primary nature conservation areas.

Bukit Timah Hill lies in the island’s central-northwest sector, a short drive from the central business district and well connected by roads and public transport.

Elevation and habitat: Highest natural point on Singapore’s main island at 163.63 metres, located within a protected nature reserve containing primary and secondary rainforest remnant.

How to Get to Bukit Timah Hill#

Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is accessible by public transport; the Nature Reserve entrance is a short walk from the Bukit Panjang or Beauty World MRT stations (Downtown/Bukit Timah area) and serviced by several bus routes. Taxis and ride-hail services can drop visitors at Hindhede Drive entrance.

Tips for Visiting Bukit Timah Hill#

Climb early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid weekday mountain-biker traffic and the midday heat.
Take the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve main path rather than informal shortcuts - the hill's granite ridges can be slippery when wet.
Look beyond the summit: the reserve's lowland forest supports macaques, monitor lizards and a surprising number of bird species often missed by casual walkers.

Best Time to Visit Bukit Timah Hill#

Morning and late-afternoon visits avoid the heat and the peak of local weekend crowds at the reserve.

Dry months

February-April · 25-32°C

Drier trails and clearer vantage points; more comfortable daytime hiking.

Milder months

November-January · 24-30°C

Slightly cooler evenings and mornings for walks before the heat builds.

Weather & Climate near Bukit Timah Hill#

Climate

Bukit Timah Hill's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2298 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 66 Moderate

Best Time to Visit

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Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

34°

Warmest Month

21°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

Month	Comfort	Temp	Feels	Rain	Sky	Humidity	Wind	UV	Daylight
January	Good	23° - 29°	26°	206 mm	overcast	88%	2.4 m/s	1.8 very high	11.9h
February	Good	23° - 30°	26°	175 mm	overcast	86%	2.3 m/s	2.1 extreme	12.0h
March	Good	23° - 30°	27°	182 mm	overcast	84%	1.9 m/s	2.2 extreme	12.0h
April	Good	23° - 31°	27°	199 mm	overcast	82%	1.7 m/s	2.1 extreme	12.0h
May	Good	24° - 31°	30°	175 mm	overcast	83%	1.7 m/s	1.9 very high	12.1h
June	Good	24° - 30°	30°	157 mm	overcast	84%	1.8 m/s	1.8 very high	12.1h
July	Good	23° - 30°	27°	147 mm	overcast	85%	1.8 m/s	1.8 very high	12.1h
August	Good	23° - 30°	27°	154 mm	overcast	84%	1.8 m/s	1.8 very high	12.1h
September	Good	23° - 30°	27°	169 mm	overcast	83%	1.9 m/s	1.8 very high	12.0h
October	Good	23° - 30°	27°	197 mm	overcast	83%	1.6 m/s	1.8 very high	12.0h
November	Good	23° - 30°	26°	249 mm	overcast	85%	1.7 m/s	1.8 very high	11.9h
December	Good	23° - 29°	26°	288 mm	overcast	88%	2.0 m/s	1.7 very high	11.9h