Best Time to Visit Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Mataram is at its sunniest and driest in August–September.
The best time to visit Mataram for sunny, dry weather is August–September — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 25.2°C / 77.4°F in July to 27.1°C / 80.8°F in November, with rainfall from 38 mm / 1.5 in (August) to 339 mm / 13.3 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Mataram's climate is broadly tropical. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 25.3°C77.5°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| September | 26.2°C79.2°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mataram?
The best time to visit Mataram for sunny, dry weather is August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is November averaging 27.1°C / 80.8°F, and the driest is August with about 38 mm / 1.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mataram's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Mataram?
The rainy season at Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 152 mm / 6 in. The wettest single month is January (339 mm / 13.3 in).
What is the driest month in Mataram?
The driest month in Mataram is August, averaging about 38 mm / 1.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 25.3°C / 77.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Mataram?
The least comfortable months for travel to Mataram — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, July, August, September, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 339 mm / 13.3 in in January, and the coldest month averages 25.2°C / 77.4°F.
Is Mataram climate different from Indonesia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Mataram figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Indonesia figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Mataram specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.