Climate Insights for Batam

The climate in Batam is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 2,822 mm of precipitation falls per year. Batam receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Batam sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Batam is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 111.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Batam receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Batam sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Batam has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 26°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Batam has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°F range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 79°F and an average of 80°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.

Batam is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,822 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 235 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 354 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 125 mm. That's 229 mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Batam is a very wet location, receiving approximately 111.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.3 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 13.9 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 4.9 in. That's 9 in less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Batam is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 12km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 20km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Batam is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 8mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Batam based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Batam based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.