Tagulandang

Island Island in North Sulawesi, part of Sangihe archipelago

An island in North Sulawesi, Tagulandang features coral reefs and small fishing villages; visitors come for snorkeling, reef diving and to observe local maritime livelihoods.

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Tagulandang
2.3458, 125.4167

How to Get to Tagulandang #

Tagulandang is reached by ferry or boat from larger islands in North Sulawesi, such as Manado or Siau. Schedules vary and depend on weather; charter boats are common for visitors. Local ports handle inter-island connections.

Tips for Visiting Tagulandang #

  • Hire local boat operators to reach remote dive/snorkel spots and to learn safe currents.
  • Taste local seafood specialities in a village market-fresh tuna and reef fish are highlights.
  • Bring cash and small bills; small island vendors often lack card facilities.

Best Time to Visit Tagulandang #

Dry season (May-October) is generally best for travel and water activities; still tropical year-round.

Dry Season
May-October · 26-30°C (79-86°F)
Calmer seas and better conditions for inter-island transport and diving.
Wet Season
November-April · 24-28°C (75-82°F)
Shorter rains and possible cyclonic activity; travel may be disrupted.

Weather & Climate near Tagulandang #

Climate

Tagulandang's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2863 mm/year), wettest in January.

Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (328 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 28°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

328 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

February

February is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (273 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 28°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

273 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

March

March is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (257 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

257 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (241 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 30°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

241 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

May

May is the warmest month with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (256 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

256 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

June

June is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (235 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 29°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

235 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

July

July is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (167 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

August

August is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (138 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

138 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

September

September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (173 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 30°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

173 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (213 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 30°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

213 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

November

November is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (275 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

275 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

December

December is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (307 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

307 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

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