Pulau Kei Kecil
Island
Kei Kecil in Maluku lies among the Kei Islands and is known for white-sand beaches, coral reefs and traditional boatbuilding; travelers come for diving, beach villages and local sea-faring culture.
Pulau Kei Kecil is an inhabited island in the Kei Islands group of Maluku province in eastern Indonesia. It is part of a small archipelago in the Banda Sea and is known locally for its coastal villages and marine resources.
The island’s shoreline features white-sand beaches and shallow coral areas that support fishing and small-scale local tourism. Small villages line the coasts and visitors typically travel by boat between settlements and to nearby reefs for swimming and snorkeling.
The Kei Islands have been inhabited by the Kei people for centuries; communities on Kei Kecil maintain customary village structures and maritime livelihoods. The island has not been the site of major historical monuments but has seen gradual development linked to regional administration within Maluku province.
Pulau Kei Kecil sits in southeastern Maluku, Indonesia, within the broader Kei archipelago. It lies in the Banda Sea and is administered as part of Maluku province; larger regional towns and air connections are located on nearby islands and the provincial network.
Tips for Visiting Pulau Kei Kecil #
- The usual air gateway for the Kei Islands is Dumatubin (Langgur/Tual) airport - arrange onward boat transfers in advance because public schedules are infrequent and small wooden boats are the normal local connection.
- Book accommodation and any island transfers ahead of time (especially in the high season) and carry cash; many small homestays and local boats do not accept cards.
- Plan arrivals and departures around daylight - inter-island boats often run only in the morning and early afternoon, so allow extra time for connections rather than relying on same-day transfers.
Best Time to Visit Pulau Kei Kecil #
The best time is the local dry season (roughly May-October) when seas are calm and marine visibility is best.
Weather & Climate near Pulau Kei Kecil #
Pulau Kei Kecil's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2628 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (407 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (343 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (290 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (281 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (237 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (186 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (184 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (372 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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