Ndao Island

Island Small Indonesian island in East Nusa Tenggara

A small island in East Nusa Tenggara, Ndao draws travelers to fishing villages, calm beaches and snorkeling over nearby reefs; transport is by local boat and island life is low-key.

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Ndao Island
Ndao Island, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
-10.8146, 122.6648
Open year-round (no formal hours)
Varies (local boat transfers); no formal admission fee

How to Get to Ndao Island #

Ndao is reached by boat from nearby larger islands and regional ports in East Nusa Tenggara. Typical routes involve ferry or local motor-boat transfers from islands like Rote or Timor; schedules are irregular-book through local operators in Kupang or Larantuka and confirm departure times locally.

Tips for Visiting Ndao Island #

  • Hire a local boat from nearby Sabu or Larantuka-operators know safe routes and have local knowledge of inter-island crossings.
  • Bring cash; services and small vendors are often cash-only.
  • Be prepared for basic facilities-island life is simple and supplies are limited.

Best Time to Visit Ndao Island #

Dry season (May-September) is the most reliable time for transport and island exploration.

Dry Season
May-Sep · 24-30°C
Best time for sea crossings, clearer seas and easier walking.
Wet Season
Oct-Apr · 24-31°C
Frequent rains; sea conditions can be rougher and some boat services limited.

Weather & Climate near Ndao Island #

Climate

Ndao Island's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1181 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (307 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

307 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (272 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

272 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (199 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

199 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).

79 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 32°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 31°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.5h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.4h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 30°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 32°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

November

November is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (88 mm).

73 Very Good

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
26° 32°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

December

December is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (205 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 32°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

205 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

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