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Ndao Island

Island

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 essentials

Address: Ndao Island, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Hours: Open year-round (no formal hours)
Admission: Varies (local boat transfers); no formal admission fee
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When to Go

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.

Air Quality: AQI 36 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 25° - 31° 32° 307 mm overcast 81% 2.9 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.5h
February Good 25° - 31° 32° 272 mm overcast 81% 2.6 m/s 2.9 extreme 12.3h
March Good 25° - 31° 32° 199 mm partly cloudy 79% 2.2 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 25° - 32° 32° 49 mm some cloud 76% 2.6 m/s 2.5 extreme 11.8h
May Ideal 24° - 31° 31° 23 mm mostly sunny 75% 3.6 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.5h
June Ideal 24° - 30° 27° 0 mm mostly sunny 74% 3.1 m/s 1.8 very high 11.4h
July Ideal 23° - 29° 26° 2 mm mostly sunny 74% 3.2 m/s 2.0 very high 11.5h
August Ideal 23° - 30° 26° 0 mm clear 74% 2.8 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.7h
September Ideal 24° - 31° 30° 5 mm clear 77% 2.8 m/s 2.7 extreme 11.9h
October Excellent 25° - 32° 32° 31 mm mostly sunny 77% 2.8 m/s 2.9 extreme 12.2h
November Very Good 26° - 32° 34° 88 mm some cloud 76% 2.6 m/s 2.9 extreme 12.5h
December Acceptable 25° - 32° 33° 205 mm overcast 78% 2.2 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.6h
Getting There & Around

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.