Climate Insights for Biak

Kabupaten Biak Numfor, Provinsi Papua, Indonesia

Hottest
November
28°C peak
Coldest
July
26°C low
Wettest
June
375mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Biak is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 3186mm of precipitation falls per year. Biak receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Biak sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Feb Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Apr Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° May Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jun Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jul Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Aug Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Sep Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Oct Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Nov Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 26° Dec Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 26°
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Biak has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 2°C range. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July 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.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 240mm Feb Precipitation: 227mm Mar Precipitation: 265mm Apr Precipitation: 338mm May Precipitation: 240mm Jun Precipitation: 375mm Jul Precipitation: 276mm Aug Precipitation: 253mm Sep Precipitation: 224mm Oct Precipitation: 208mm Nov Precipitation: 253mm Dec Precipitation: 287mm
Precipitation

Biak is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3186mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 265mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 375mm of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 208mm. That's 167mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 3km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Biak is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

92 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Biak, which began on June 21, 2026. Biak sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in November at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 26°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 685mm across the season with a monthly average of 228mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 754mm across the season with a monthly average of 251mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 842mm across the season with a monthly average of 281mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 905mm across the season with a monthly average of 302mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Biak 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
240 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
227 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
265 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
338 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
240 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
375 mm
0 cm
Jul
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
276 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
253 mm
0 cm
Sep
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
224 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
208 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
253 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
287 mm
0 cm
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