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Wawonii Island

Island

An island in Southeast Sulawesi with beaches, coral reefs and fishing villages; travellers come for snorkeling, diving and encounters with local island life.

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Address: Wawonii Island, Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia
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About Wawonii Island

Wawonii Island is an island in Southeast Sulawesi province, Indonesia, forming part of the island groups off the east coast of Sulawesi. It is a rural island with coastal villages and marine-based livelihoods.

The island’s coastline features beaches, reefs and fishing settlements rather than large urban development; local transport is by small boats and regional ferry links. Visitors to Wawonii typically come for local culture, fishing and coastal scenery.

Administratively the island belongs to Southeast Sulawesi province and is part of the Indonesian archipelagic system in the Banda Sea region.

Wawonii lies off the southeastern coast of Sulawesi in eastern Indonesia, with the provincial capital Kendari on the Sulawesi mainland serving as the nearest major urban centre.

  • Marine environment: Coral reefs and coastal fishing communities are characteristic of the island’s marine environment.
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Wawonii Island

The dry season (May-September) is preferable for sea travel and outdoor activities.

Dry season
May-September · 24-31°C
Calmer seas for boat travel and clearer weather for snorkelling and beach visits.
Wet season
October-April · 24-30°C
Regular showers and higher humidity; less reliable boat services.

Weather & Climate near Wawonii Island

Climate

Wawonii Island's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2027 mm/year), wettest in May.

Air Quality: AQI 46 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAugustOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 24° - 31° 31° 183 mm overcast 82% 1.9 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.2h
February Good 23° - 31° 30° 203 mm overcast 83% 2.1 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.1h
March Good 23° - 31° 30° 226 mm overcast 82% 1.8 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.0h
April Good 23° - 31° 27° 229 mm overcast 83% 1.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.9h
May Good 23° - 30° 27° 267 mm overcast 85% 2.1 m/s 1.9 very high 11.8h
June Good 22° - 29° 26° 258 mm overcast 85% 2.0 m/s 1.7 very high 11.7h
July Very Good 22° - 29° 26° 173 mm partly cloudy 83% 1.7 m/s 1.8 very high 11.8h
August Excellent 22° - 30° 26° 94 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.2 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.9h
September Excellent 22° - 31° 26° 72 mm some cloud 79% 2.2 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.0h
October Very Good 23° - 32° 30° 62 mm some cloud 78% 2.3 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.1h
November Good 23° - 32° 30° 96 mm partly cloudy 77% 2.0 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.2h
December Acceptable 24° - 31° 31° 164 mm overcast 80% 1.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.3h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Wawonii Island

Wawonii is reached by ferry or limited domestic flights to nearby Kendari and then local boat connections. Services are infrequent; plan and confirm connections in advance.

Tips for Visiting Wawonii Island

  • Domestic flights into Kendari or nearby airports are limited - plan connections in advance and confirm ferry schedules.
  • Explore local villages for traditional weaving and simple seafood lunches rather than expecting resort infrastructure.
  • Bring cash - ATMs are scarce on the island and small vendors may not accept cards.