Mount Kapalatmada
Mountain Remote Maluku mountain on Indonesian island
A forested peak in Maluku province, Mount Kapalatmada attracts local hikers interested in island landscapes, tropical forest trails and coastal views.
How to Get to Mount Kapalatmada #
Access typically requires travel to Ambon or a larger Maluku hub, followed by inter-island ferry or charter boat and local road/foot travel to villages near the mountain’s base. Exact routes depend on local scheduling and seasonal weather; hiring local boatmen or fixers is standard practice.
Tips for Visiting Mount Kapalatmada #
- Arrange local guides in advance-many village tracks are indistinct and swampy after rains.
- Prepare for mosquito season with treated clothing-repellents are often sold only in larger towns.
- Be ready for limited facilities: carry fuel and basic repair tools for any extended approach.
Best Time to Visit Mount Kapalatmada #
Visit during the region's drier months to avoid the worst of the equatorial rains and muddy approaches.
Weather & Climate near Mount Kapalatmada #
Mount Kapalatmada's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 12°C to 23°C. Heavy rainfall (2416 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Heavy rain (252 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Heavy rain (229 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Heavy rain (216 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (239 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (250 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (268 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Heavy rain (257 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (153 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Heavy rain (207 mm) and mostly overcast skies.