Seulawah Agam

Mountain Stratovolcano in Aceh with forested slopes

Stratovolcano on northwest Sumatra in Aceh province with forested slopes and steep ridges. Trekkers and photographers visit for day hikes, local villages and views across the coastal lowlands.

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Seulawah Agam
Seulawah Agam (Seulawah Agam volcano), Aceh Province, Indonesia (access points vary)
5.4472, 95.6558
Local park or permit fees may apply for access; climbing permits vary by authority

How to Get to Seulawah Agam #

Access typically from the provincial capital of Banda Aceh or smaller regional towns; overland travel on provincial roads followed by local trails. Hiring a local guide and arranging transport in advance is strongly recommended.

Tips for Visiting Seulawah Agam #

  • Local guides are essential for safe access-terrain can be steep and routes poorly marked in parts of Aceh's highlands.
  • Check weather and volcanic advisories; volcanic activity and heavy rain can affect trails.
  • Respect local communities and request permission before entering traditional lands; small villages control some trailheads.

Best Time to Visit Seulawah Agam #

Dry season (Apr-Sep) for safer trekking and clearer views.

Dry season
Apr-Sep · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Best trekking conditions with lower rainfall and clearer skies.
Wet season
Oct-Mar · 20-30°C (68-86°F)
Heavy rain can make trails slippery and rivers swell-avoid during peak monsoon.

Weather & Climate near Seulawah Agam #

Climate

Seulawah Agam's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C. Heavy rainfall (3457 mm/year), wettest in September.

Best Time to Visit
FebruaryJanuaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (254 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

254 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

February

February is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (180 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 24°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

180 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

March

March is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (234 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

234 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (216 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

216 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

May

May is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (275 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

275 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

June

June is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (231 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

231 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

July

July is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (372 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 24°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

372 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

August

August is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (318 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 24°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

318 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

September

September is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (381 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 24°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

October

October is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (347 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 23°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

347 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

November

November is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (311 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
16° 23°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

311 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

December

December is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (338 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

338 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

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