The weather is relevant to millions of people who have made this city the entrance to Ampat — The best underwater destinations in the world. The turnover, the largest city in Southwest Papua, lies at the west end of Papua Island in "bird head" — The region that faces the Straits of Sere and the Harmonic Sea in the south and the Pacific Ocean in the north. Spank Weather It has a very wet equatorial climate, with rainfall that can surpass 3,000 mm per year and a very influential marine condition on the ship schedule to King Ambat.
Key Takeaways
- The steps are gates to Ampat. — weather and sea conditions in the sunken waters determine the ship's schedule to the islands of King Ambat.
- The equatorial climate is very wet — It rains 2,500-3,500 mm a year without a true drought.
- West Papua BMKG provides forecasts in bmkg.go.id / weatherman / 92.71.
- The average temperature is 25-33 ° C with high humidity (80-90%) throughout the year.
- The best season of travel to King Ambat through the Sorong: October April when the west wind and sea conditions are quieter.
The weather of the sheaths and the travel of Ampat King
For tourists who want to go to Raja Ampat, the weather turnover and sea conditions are crucial considerations. The Sorong port is the main departure point for various resorts and destinations in King Ambat. The regular ferry and fast ship to Waisai (the capital of King Ambat) operate from the Sorong — But the schedule depends heavily on weather and wave conditions. Southeast Wind Season (Mei-September) carries a high wave in the waters of King Ambat that could cancel the ship's journey. Monitor weather and marine conditions before leaving through Today's weather and 7-day forecast.
Today's Stroke Weather Check
- West Papua BMKG — bmkg.go.id / weather
- BMKG Info Application — GPS reality-time for signature specific predictive
- BMW Marine — Viewing the waves of the Chair and King Ambat — Very important for tourists.
- Cuaca.in — Today's weather and 7-day forecast
General question about the Slight Weather
When's the best time for the Sorong and King Ambat?
April Oktober@@ — This is the West Wind season when King Ambat's waters tend to be calmer, the underwater visibility is better, and the ship's voyage is more comfortable. October December is best for snorkeling and diving because the sea is most clear. Mei- September (southeast wind) is a more challenging period — Bigger waves and some areas are hard to reach.
What's the average temperature of the highlight weather?
The average temperature of the turnover is about 25-33 ° C with very high humidity (80-90%) throughout the year. No seasonal temperature difference is significant because the position is approaching the equator. The sea winds from the surrounding waters provide a natural cooling that makes the Sorgs not as hot as the cities of West Papua. The evening is cooler because of the hillbilly winds.
Does the Sorong have a dry season?
Not in the true sense. Sorgs have an equatorial climate with rain all year long. There are two relatively dry periods affected by the monsoon shift, but even in this period rainfall is still quite high. Always prepare raincoats and spare clothes when traveling to the Chairs and King Ambat.
How is the wave in the waters of King Ambat?
The wave conditions in the waters of King Ambat are highly varied depending on seasons and locations. In the southeast wind season (May-September), waves in open water around King Ambat could reach 2-4 meters — It's dangerous for small boats. In the western winter (Oktoberal April), the water was calmer than 0.5-1.5 meters in many areas. But even in a quiet season, certain waters in King Ampat can be high because of underwater topography. Always check for BMW KG Marine waves before sailing from the turnover to King Ambat.
Does the rain disturb snorkling and diving in King Ambat?
Rain on the surface doesn't generally interfere with experience diving and snorkeling underwater. — It can even make the surface cooler. What's more important is: underwater visibility (the affected runoff during heavy rain); surface wave conditions (which affect comfort on board); and ship travel security from and to resort. The prolonged downpour can lower underwater visibility as it increases sediment.
Understand patterns Highlight weather is the first step planning the perfect tour to King Ambat. Keep monitoring Today's weather and 7-day forecast.

