Chermin Island
Island Small island off Brunei's coast
How to Get to Chermin Island #
Access is by small boat from Bandar Seri Begawan or nearby coastal communities. Boat transfers are the practical option; schedules are informal and often arranged with local skippers.
Tips for Visiting Chermin Island #
- Coordinate boat transfers with local marinas in Bandar Seri Begawan; public transport options are limited.
- Respect local rules about fishing and reef access - some areas are community-managed.
- Bring snorkeling gear if planning to explore the shallows; the waters around small Bruneian isles can be surprisingly clear.
Best Time to Visit Chermin Island #
Visit during the dry season for calmer seas and better conditions for snorkeling and boat travel.
Dry season
February-April · 25-32°C
Calmer seas and clearer water for snorkeling.
Wet season
October-January · 24-30°C
More rain and choppy water; fewer visitors and lush inland vegetation.
Weather & Climate near Chermin Island #
Climate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
January
Weather
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight
February
Weather
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight
March
Weather
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight
April
Weather
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight
May
Weather
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight
June
Weather
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight
July
Weather
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight
August
Weather
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight
September
Weather
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight
October
Weather
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight
November
Weather
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight
December
Weather
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight