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Rempang Island

Island

Part of the Barelang island chain near Batam, Rempang connects by bridges and draws day‑trippers for beaches, mangrove forests and village life away from city ports.

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Rempang Island essentials

Address: Rempang Island, Riau Islands, Indonesia (near Batam)
Hours: Open year‑round
Admission: Free (island access); ferry/boat costs from Batam may apply
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About Rempang Island

Rempang Island is an island in the Riau Islands province of Indonesia. It forms part of the Riau archipelago off the east coast of Sumatra.

The island lies close to other larger islands in the group and is part of a chain of populated and rural islands in the province. Rempang is administered within the Riau Islands provincial structure and is accessible by local ferry and boat services from neighbouring islands.

Rempang’s landscape includes coastal lowlands and village settlements typical of islands in the region, and it lies within the maritime zone of the Riau Islands.

  • Location context: Part of Indonesia’s Riau Islands province and located near other populated islands such as Batam and Galang within the Riau archipelago.
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Rempang Island

The dry season (roughly April-October) is the best time for clear skies, calm seas and outdoor activities.

Dry season (best)
April-October · 25-32°C
Drier weather, calmer seas and better conditions for beach activities, boating and diving around the island.
Rainy/monsoon season
November-March · 24-30°C
More frequent heavy showers, higher humidity and rougher seas that can limit boat access and outdoor plans.

Weather & Climate near Rempang Island

Climate

Rempang Island's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2365 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 56 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryMarchJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 23° - 29° 26° 218 mm overcast 85% 2.5 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.0h
February Good 23° - 29° 26° 150 mm overcast 83% 2.5 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.0h
March Good 23° - 30° 27° 181 mm overcast 81% 2.0 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.0h
April Good 23° - 30° 27° 213 mm overcast 79% 1.8 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.0h
May Good 24° - 31° 30° 201 mm overcast 80% 1.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.0h
June Good 24° - 30° 30° 166 mm overcast 80% 1.9 m/s 1.9 very high 12.0h
July Good 24° - 30° 27° 161 mm overcast 81% 1.9 m/s 1.9 very high 12.0h
August Good 24° - 30° 27° 164 mm overcast 81% 1.9 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.0h
September Good 23° - 30° 27° 177 mm overcast 80% 1.8 m/s 2.0 very high 12.0h
October Good 23° - 30° 27° 207 mm overcast 79% 1.8 m/s 1.9 very high 12.0h
November Good 23° - 29° 26° 255 mm overcast 82% 1.7 m/s 1.8 very high 12.0h
December Good 23° - 29° 26° 272 mm overcast 85% 2.1 m/s 1.8 very high 12.0h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Rempang Island

Rempang is one of the islands in the Barelang chain south of Batam (Riau Islands). The usual approach is to fly into Batam Hang Nadim Airport (BTH) or arrive by ferry to Batam Centre, then drive south across the Barelang bridges on the main coastal route (Jalan Trans Barelang) toward Rempang. The drive from central Batam across the bridge network typically takes on the order of 30-60 minutes depending on where you start and traffic.

Local ferries and small boats also call at various islands in the Barelang group; if arriving by ferry you will transfer to road transport on Batam and then continue over the bridges to Rempang.

Tips for Visiting Rempang Island

  • Access Rempang via Batam using the Barelang bridge network-most visitors travel over the bridges from Batam rather than by long ferry routes.
  • Hire a local driver or guide to reach mangrove conservation areas and traditional villages; the island is best explored with someone who knows which roads are passable and which communities welcome visitors.
  • Plan visits around tidal schedules for coastal walks and mangrove areas, and check ferry/bridge access times from Batam so you don't get stranded returning late.