MaumereMaumere at a Glance
About Maumere
Maumere is the largest town on the northeastern coast of Flores island in Indonesia, known as a regional commercial and transport center and gateway to nearby reefs.
Maumere developed as a regional trading and administrative center; the town and surrounding coast were heavily affected by the 1992 Flores earthquake and tsunami, which led to reconstruction and changes in coastal settlement patterns.
Maumere lies on the north coast of Flores in Nusa Tenggara, on the Flores Sea; it is the principal town of the Sikka Regency and serves the eastern part of the island.
- Transport: The town is the principal service and transport hub for eastern Flores and is served by Frans Seda Airport (Maumere).
Best Time to Visit Maumere
Visit in the dry season for the most reliable boats and best snorkeling conditions; mornings are photographer-friendly and evenings carry the scent of grilled fish.
Weather & Climate near Maumere
Maumere's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1060 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 200 mm | overcast | 81% | 2.6 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.4h |
| February | Good | 24° - 30° | 30° | 173 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.6 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.3h |
| March | Very Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 148 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 1.8 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Very Good | 24° - 32° | 31° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 1.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 11.8h |
| May | Very Good | 24° - 32° | 31° | 49 mm | some cloud | 74% | 2.6 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.6h |
| June | Excellent | 23° - 31° | 29° | 31 mm | some cloud | 72% | 2.7 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.5h |
| July | Ideal | 23° - 31° | 27° | 21 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 4.2 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.6h |
| August | Ideal | 23° - 32° | 29° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 65% | 3.1 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.7h |
| September | Excellent | 23° - 33° | 30° | 12 mm | mostly sunny | 65% | 2.7 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 11.9h |
| October | Excellent | 24° - 34° | 32° | 39 mm | mostly sunny | 65% | 3.1 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 12.2h |
| November | Very Good | 25° - 33° | 33° | 102 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 2.4 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 12.4h |
| December | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 32° | 184 mm | overcast | 76% | 2.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.5h |
How to Get to Maumere
Maumere is reached by plane to Frans Seda Airport (airport code: MWK) with connections from Kupang and Labuan Bajo (flight schedules vary seasonally). Overland access is possible by bus or private car along the main Flores coastal road from Ende (about 3-4 hours west) or from Larantuka island to the east; ferries to nearby islands depart from the town harbor.
Tips for Visiting Maumere
- Take the ferry from Larantuka or the daily speedboats from Ende when sea conditions are calm; check local timetables the day before departure.
- Hire a local driver for island-hopping around Maumere Bay - snorkeling sites and traditional sewing workshops are scattered along the coast and often require local knowledge to reach.
- Visit the central market at dawn to see fishermen landing skipjack and tunas and to watch women sorting nets - the best photo lighting is early morning or late afternoon.