Bulan Island
Island Coastal island in Riau Islands province, Indonesia
An island in the Riau archipelago with sandy shores and fishing communities; Bulan Island sees day‑trip visitors for snorkeling, boat charters and local seafood.
How to Get to Bulan Island #
Access is generally by local ferry or private boat from larger Riau Islands hubs such as Batam or Bintan; schedules vary seasonally and can be affected by weather.
Tips for Visiting Bulan Island #
- Check local ferry schedules-service to Riau Islands can be limited and weather-dependent
- Bulan is small-confirm accommodation and transport before arrival
- Observe local regulations and customary practices when visiting inhabited islands
Best Time to Visit Bulan Island #
Dry season (May-September) offers the most reliable sea conditions.
Weather & Climate near Bulan Island #
Bulan Island's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2288 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (214 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (148 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (173 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (201 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (182 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (157 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (168 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (172 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (205 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (251 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (259 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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