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Pura Island

Island

Pura Island lies in East Nusa Tenggara; it appears on boat routes among the Lesser Sunda islands and is approached by visitors for coastal scenery, local fishing and nearby reefs.

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In this guide

Pura Island essentials

Address: Pura Island, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Pura Island

May-September (dry season) is usually best for visiting and boat access.

Dry season
May-September · 24-30°C
Clearer seas and easier boat access - the best time for island hopping.
Wet season
October-April · 24-31°C
Heavy rain and potential for rough seas; travel plans may be disrupted.

Weather & Climate near Pura Island

Climate

Pura Island's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 18°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1467 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 45 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAugustJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 21° - 27° 24° 274 mm overcast 82% 2.1 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.4h
February Good 21° - 27° 24° 265 mm overcast 83% 3.1 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.3h
March Good 21° - 28° 24° 208 mm partly cloudy 81% 2.0 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 20° - 28° 24° 130 mm some cloud 76% 1.9 m/s 2.5 extreme 11.8h
May Excellent 20° - 28° 24° 69 mm mostly sunny 73% 2.3 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.6h
June Ideal 19° - 28° 23° 39 mm mostly sunny 71% 2.5 m/s 1.9 very high 11.5h
July Ideal 19° - 27° 23° 28 mm mostly sunny 68% 4.3 m/s 2.0 very high 11.6h
August Ideal 19° - 27° 23° 10 mm clear 65% 2.8 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.7h
September Ideal 19° - 27° 23° 11 mm clear 64% 3.2 m/s 2.7 extreme 11.9h
October Ideal 20° - 28° 24° 41 mm mostly sunny 65% 2.4 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.2h
November Very Good 22° - 29° 25° 145 mm some cloud 68% 2.3 m/s 2.8 extreme 12.4h
December Good 22° - 28° 25° 247 mm overcast 77% 2.1 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.5h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Pura Island

Reached by local boat from larger ports in East Nusa Tenggara such as Larantuka. Local charters and inter-island ferries provide connections when scheduled services operate.

Tips for Visiting Pura Island

  • Check local boat schedules and charter options from Larantuka or nearby ports.
  • Respect local fishing communities - ask before anchoring near village landing stages.
  • Bring snorkel gear to explore nearby reefs if sea conditions allow.