AI-generatedKupang at a glance
- Best time
- May – Sep
- Warmest month
- Oct · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Dec · 29.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,720 h
- Rain a year
- 1,246 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 94 m
Climate in Kupang
Kupang has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. October is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while February is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 2,720 hours of sunshine a year, Kupang is sunny; September is the sunniest month with 9.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Kupang
The best time to visit Kupang is from May to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from April to November. From September to November it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The rainy season is from December to March; the wettest month is January with 271 mm.
Kupang through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Kupang in the dry season
Apr – Nov
Good
- 31–34 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Kupang in the rainy season
Dec – Mar
Poor
- 30–31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 102 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Apr – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Sep – Nov
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Dec – Mar
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: May – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
Keep in mindPeak heat
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 29°
- Midday, 13:00: about 34°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 33°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
05:2217:41
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:09–05:50 · evening 17:12–17:54
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:01–05:09 · evening 17:54–18:02
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Kupang compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 34° from start to end. The sea warms from 28° to 29°. The days get 0.3 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 34° | 34° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 24° |
| Sea | 28° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.2 h | 12.4 h |
What is the weather like in Kupang in October?
In October, Kupang is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 23 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Kupang.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 19 min05:22 – 17:41
- UV index
- 13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 42 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 31 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %10 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %99 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
Compare two months in Kupang
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Kupang: score 72 against 55. In July, days are 3 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in July. July has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour less a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 55 | 72better |
| Daytime high | 34° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 23° |
| Sea | 28.3° | 27.1° |
| Sunshine | 9.2 hbetter | 8.4 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 23 mm | 6 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 20better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Kupang month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
35January30° · Sea 30° · 5.0 h
In January, Kupang is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 27 days, totalling 271 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kupang.
Kupang in January38February30° · Sea 29° · 5.2 h
In February, Kupang is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 259 mm. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kupang.
Kupang in February34March31° · Sea 29° · 5.8 h
In March, Kupang is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 24 days, totalling 212 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kupang.
Kupang in March48April32° · Sea 29° · 7.3 h
In April, Kupang is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 89 mm in total. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Kupang.
Kupang in April66May32° · Sea 29° · 7.9 h
In May, Kupang is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 24 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Kupang.
Kupang in May71June31° · Sea 28° · 8.1 h
In June, Kupang is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 16 mm in total. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Kupang.
Kupang in June72July31° · Sea 27° · 8.4 h
In July, Kupang is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Kupang.
Kupang in July69August32° · Sea 27° · 9.1 h
In August, Kupang is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Kupang.
Kupang in August60September33° · Sea 27° · 9.2 h
In September, Kupang is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Kupang.
Kupang in September55October34° · Sea 28° · 9.2 h
In October, Kupang is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 23 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Kupang.
Kupang in October38November34° · Sea 29° · 8.3 h
In November, Kupang is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 88 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kupang.
Kupang in November32December31° · Sea 30° · 5.7 h
In December, Kupang is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.8 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 249 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kupang.
Kupang in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Kupang
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in August (22°), the warmest in November (25°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 331 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 35 | 30° | 25° | 29.5° | 5.0 h | 27 | 271 |
| FebruaryFeb | 38 | 30° | 24° | 29.3° | 5.2 h | 25 | 259 |
| MarchMar | 34 | 31° | 25° | 29.3° | 5.8 h | 24 | 212 |
| AprilApr | 48 | 32° | 25° | 29.2° | 7.3 h | 12 | 89 |
| MayMay | 66 | 32° | 24° | 28.5° | 7.9 h | 4 | 24 |
| JuneJun | 71 | 31° | 23° | 27.8° | 8.1 h | 2 | 16 |
| JulyJul | 72 | 31° | 23° | 27.1° | 8.4 h | 1 | 6 |
| AugustAug | 69 | 32° | 22° | 26.7° | 9.1 h | 1 | 2 |
| SeptemberSep | 60 | 33° | 22° | 27.3° | 9.2 h | 1 | 7 |
| OctoberOct | 55 | 34° | 24° | 28.3° | 9.2 h | 4 | 23 |
| NovemberNov | 38 | 34° | 25° | 29.4° | 8.3 h | 12 | 88 |
| DecemberDec | 32 | 31° | 25° | 29.8° | 5.7 h | 25 | 249 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Kupang
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.6 – 28.9 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Kupang ranges from 26.7 °C in August to 29.8 °C in December. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in December, while the air already peaks in October. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in December, eight out of ten years were between 29.3 and 30.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 29.5° | 29.1° | 30.0° | very warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 29.3° | 28.7° | 29.8° | very warm |
| MarchMar | 29.3° | 28.7° | 29.8° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 29.2° | 28.6° | 29.7° | very warm |
| MayMay | 28.5° | 28.1° | 29.0° | warm |
| JuneJun | 27.8° | 27.3° | 28.2° | warm |
| JulyJul | 27.1° | 26.4° | 27.6° | warm |
| AugustAug | 26.7° | 25.9° | 27.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.3° | 26.7° | 28.1° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.3° | 27.6° | 28.9° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.4° | 28.9° | 29.9° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 29.8° | 29.3° | 30.3° | very warm |
Sunshine hours in Kupang
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 9.2 of 12.3 hours of daylight in Kupang, 75 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Kupang: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Kupang has about 4 rainy days with 23 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Kupang
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in October (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 10 min
- Light brown skin
- about 15 min
- Olive skin
- about 20 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Kupang
How breezy and how cloudy Kupang is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Kupang typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: May – Aug.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 42 % of the sky over Kupang: mostly sunny, with about 9.2 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Kupang
How often the day gets hot in Kupang (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, it is hot in Kupang every day, with an average daytime high of 34 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Kupang
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Kupang in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Kupang has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 70) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 34).
- 44
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 67
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 70
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 55
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 34
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 16 h 25 min
- Distance
- 13,210 km
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Jet lag
- About 7 days (7 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Kupang lies in an area that Australian tropical cyclones can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January: Peak
- February: Peak
- March: Peak
- April: Season
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November: Season
- December: Season
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Kupang vs Maumere
In October the holiday weather in Kupang and Maumere is about equally good (score 55 vs 58). During the day Maumere is 2 °C cooler than Kupang. The sea in Maumere is 1 °C warmer.
| in October | Kupang | Maumere |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 55 | 58 |
| Daytime high | 34° | 32° |
| Sea | 28° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 9 |
| Best time | May – Sep | May – Oct |
Through the year
Indonesia in October: the best places
In October, Kupang ranks 12 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Komodo Island30°28°99
- 2Maumere32°29°88
- 3Gili Trawangan31°29°81
- 4Senggigi32°29°79
- 5Gili Air32°29°76
- 6Sanur29°28°76
- 7Nusa Dua29°27°76
- 8Kuta29°27°76
- 12KupangThis page34°28°55
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Frequently asked questions about Kupang
When is the best time to visit Kupang?
The best time to visit Kupang is from May to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Kupang?
The sea temperature in Kupang ranges from 26.7 °C in August to 29.8 °C in December. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Kupang in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Kupang?
October is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 24 °C. February is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in Kupang?
The rainy season is from December to March; the wettest month is January with 271 mm. The driest month is August with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Kupang get?
Kupang gets around 2,720 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is September with 9.2 hours a day; in January there are 5.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Kupang in?
Kupang is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Kupang?
A nonstop flight from London to Kupang takes about 16 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 13,210 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is cyclone season in Kupang?
Kupang lies in an area that Australian tropical cyclones can reach. The cyclone season runs from November to April, with most storms from January to March. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Kupang?
Kupang has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 70) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 34). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 44, May half-term 67, summer holidays 70, October half-term 55, Christmas holidays 34.