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Geureudong

Mountain

Mount Geureudong in Aceh is a twin-peaked volcano with crater lakes and steep ridges; hikers and birdwatchers explore jungle trails and remote forested slopes.

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Geureudong essentials

Country: Indonesia
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Rupiah (Rp)
Language: Indonesian
Emergency: 110

Geureudong at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Geureudong

Best in dry season for trekking and clear views; monsoon affects many routes.

Dry season
Jan-Apr · 15-25°C (lower slopes)
Easier trekking conditions with clearer visibility.
Monsoon shoulder
Oct-Dec · 10-20°C
Fewer crowds and windowed clear weather often appears between rains.

Weather & Climate near Geureudong

Climate

Geureudong's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 8°C to 19°C. Heavy rainfall (2536 mm/year), wettest in October.

Air Quality: AQI 60 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJuneJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 8° - 18° 13° 187 mm overcast 90% 2.4 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.8h
February Acceptable 8° - 19° 13° 143 mm overcast 88% 1.9 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.9h
March Acceptable 8° - 19° 13° 213 mm overcast 87% 1.9 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.0h
April Acceptable 9° - 19° 14° 200 mm overcast 87% 1.5 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
May Acceptable 9° - 19° 14° 215 mm overcast 87% 1.9 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.2h
June Acceptable 8° - 18° 13° 130 mm overcast 85% 2.6 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.3h
July Acceptable 8° - 18° 13° 217 mm overcast 85% 2.7 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.2h
August Acceptable 8° - 18° 13° 187 mm overcast 84% 2.3 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.2h
September Acceptable 8° - 17° 13° 251 mm overcast 85% 1.9 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.0h
October Acceptable 8° - 17° 13° 286 mm overcast 87% 1.7 m/s 2.0 very high 11.9h
November Acceptable 9° - 17° 13° 262 mm overcast 90% 1.7 m/s 1.8 very high 11.8h
December Acceptable 8° - 18° 13° 245 mm overcast 91% 2.0 m/s 1.8 very high 11.7h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Geureudong

Access from Banda Aceh and local towns in Aceh province; road and trailhead access vary and are best arranged with local guides or trekking operators.

Tips for Visiting Geureudong

  • Acclimatize before making serious attempts at the higher ridges; altitude sickness can be an issue.
  • Hire local guides for route-finding and for access to lesser-known trails.
  • Check for volcanic activity notices if climbing near volcanic peaks.