Kofiau
Island Coral-rich island in Raja Ampat biodiversity hotspot
Part of Raja Ampat off Southwest Papua, Kofiau Island attracts divers and naturalists for coral reefs, rich marine life and endemic bird species within protected forest reserves.
How to Get to Kofiau #
Access to Kofiau is typically via Sorong on the island of New Guinea; from Sorong travellers take speedboats or liveaboard dive trips into the Raja Ampat/Kofiau area. Organise through licensed dive operators.
Tips for Visiting Kofiau #
- If diving, book with experienced operators who know the island's reefs and currents-conditions can change quickly.
- Respect protected areas and follow local guidelines to preserve corals and endemic species.
- Bring field guides or a naturalist-Kofiau's birdlife and marine biodiversity are the island's strengths.
Best Time to Visit Kofiau #
May to October is prime for diving and wildlife observation; plan logistics through Sorong and Raja Ampat operators.
Weather & Climate near Kofiau #
Kofiau'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 (2636 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (155 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (157 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (215 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (299 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (350 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (357 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (271 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (215 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (161 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
