Danau Ranau

Lake Large volcanic lake in Sumatra surrounded by hills

Danau Ranau sits in a volcanic basin on Sumatra, visited for lakeside fishing, simple resorts and mountain-backed views along the shoreline.

Danau Ranau (Lake Ranau) is a large freshwater lake in southern Sumatra that straddles provincial boundaries in the region. It is an important local water body used by surrounding communities.

The lake is surrounded by hills and rural villages and is used for fishing and local transport, with roads and settlements along portions of its shoreline. It is known regionally for its scenic lakeside settings and as a focal point for nearby communities.

Danau Ranau lies in southern Sumatra, positioned between parts of Lampung and South Sumatra provinces, and is accessed from regional towns and highways that connect the lake to nearby population centres.

  • Provincial border lake: Sits on the provincial boundary between Lampung and South Sumatra and is one of the larger freshwater lakes in southern Sumatra.
Danau Ranau
Danau Ranau (Lake Ranau), border area of South Sumatra and Lampung provinces, Indonesia
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Best Time to Visit Danau Ranau #

Aim for the drier months (May-September) for easier lake access and outdoor activities.

Dry season
May-September · ~24-30 °C
Less rain, easier access to lakeside viewpoints and boat trips - generally the more pleasant time for outdoor activities.
Wet season
October-April · ~23-29 °C
Frequent heavy rain and higher river/lake levels can limit some activities and make roads muddy or prone to disruption.

Weather & Climate near Danau Ranau #

Climate

Danau Ranau's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 27°C. Heavy rainfall (2868 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 61 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (293 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 26°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

293 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

February

February is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (253 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 26°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

253 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

March

March is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (305 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

305 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (277 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

277 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

May

May is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (221 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

221 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

June

June is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (152 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

149 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (197 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

197 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (259 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
20° 27°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

259 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

November

November is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (310 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

310 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

December

December is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (315 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 26°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

315 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

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