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Mount Batur Weather: Month by Month for a Sunrise Jeep Tour
Mount Batur weather is best for a sunrise jeep tour from May to October, when rain falls from 127 mm in May to 32 mm in August and the air at 6 AM is a cool 16.3°C to 18.0°C. This guide gives a month by month table, how cold it is on top, what to wear and what the wet months mean for a jeep day. Book one of the Mount Batur jeep tours and the 4WD does the climbing, with free cancellation up to 24 hours on the tours below.
Quick answer Best months and sunrise temperature
The driest months are July to September with 59, 32 and 42 mm of rain, and the air at 6 AM on the lava fields is 16.3°C to 16.7°C. Local trekking sites put summit mornings at 12°C to 18°C, so bring a jacket in any month. Shared Sunrise Jeep from Ubud is $20 per person.
Key takeaways
- Coldest 6 AM is August at 16.3°C, so pack a jacket for Shared Sunrise Jeep from Ubud, $20 per person.
- December to March brings 418 to 469 mm of rain, and Shared Sunrise Jeep from Ubud lets you ask to reschedule after heavy rain.
- Prefer the afternoon? Shared Sunset Jeep and Hot Spring Option is $18 per person with pickup around noon.
- Early start: Private Jeep with Hot Spring Packages is $24 per person with pickup from 2:45 AM to 4:00 AM.
When Is the Best Time to Visit Mount Batur for Weather?
May to October is the best stretch, and August is the driest month at 32 mm of rain with 6 AM at 16.3°C.
Local trekking sites call April to October the dry season and November to March the wet season.
Dry Months and Wet Months
The ERA5 averages for the Mount Batur lava fields agree from May onward. Rain runs 127 mm in May, 80 mm in June, 59 mm in July, 32 mm in August, 42 mm in September and 120 mm in October. July and August are the driest months and the best for photography, local trekking sites say. Early October is usually dry, then late October brings occasional showers.
The wet months are heavier. January gets 469 mm, February 463 mm, December 444 mm and March 418 mm. April is a shoulder month at 279 mm, and November has 289 mm.
Source: Copernicus ERA5.
What Is the Weather at Mount Batur Month by Month?
Highs stay between 23.4°C and 26.0°C all year, so the real differences are rain and the cool 6 AM start.
Temperatures barely move, and rain is what changes by month.
Month by Month Table
This table lists the ERA5 reanalysis averages for the Mount Batur lava fields, 1995 to 2024, with the NOAA sunrise time on the 15th of each month. Rain is in millimetres and the 6 AM figure is the air temperature.
| Month | High / low | 6 AM | Rain (mm) | Sunrise on the 15th |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.5°C / 18.1°C | 18.3°C | 469 | 6:11 AM |
| February | 23.5°C / 18.1°C | 18.3°C | 463 | 6:22 AM |
| March | 23.8°C / 18.1°C | 18.3°C | 418 | 6:23 AM |
| April | 23.8°C / 18.1°C | 18.3°C | 279 | 6:21 AM |
| May | 23.9°C / 17.8°C | 18.0°C | 127 | 6:23 AM |
| June | 23.6°C / 17.2°C | 17.5°C | 80 | 6:30 AM |
| July | 23.4°C / 16.5°C | 16.7°C | 59 | 6:34 AM |
| August | 24.1°C / 16.1°C | 16.3°C | 32 | 6:28 AM |
| September | 25.4°C / 16.6°C | 16.7°C | 42 | 6:12 AM |
| October | 26.0°C / 17.4°C | 17.6°C | 120 | 5:56 AM |
| November | 25.1°C / 18.2°C | 18.4°C | 289 | 5:48 AM |
| December | 23.9°C / 18.3°C | 18.5°C | 444 | 5:55 AM |
Reading the Table
June to September are the coolest 6 AM months, at 17.5°C, 16.7°C, 16.3°C and 16.7°C. The lava fields sit lower than the summit, so the summit is cooler than these figures.
Sources: Copernicus ERA5, NOAA Global Monitoring Laboratory.
How cold is it on top of Mount Batur?
Local trekking sites put early summit mornings at 12°C to 18°C, the summit never reaches 0°C and there is no snow.
The coldest part of the day is the wait for sunrise, not the climb.
Summit Against Jeep Viewpoint
Local trekking sites give 12°C to 18°C for summit sunrise treks, and 12°C to 16°C in July, the coldest mornings of the year. The base stays a little warmer. ERA5 puts the lava fields at 16.3°C to 18.5°C at 6 AM across the year.
A jeep takes you to a viewpoint below the summit, so expect the warmer end of that range. You still wait for the light in moving air, and a sunset jeep ends after dark. Shared Sunset Jeep and Hot Spring Option lists a warm layer for the evening.
Source: Copernicus ERA5.
What to wear for Mt Batur?
Wear warm clothing and a jacket for the dawn, closed shoes for rough ground, and take swimwear and a change of clothes if your tour has the hot spring.
Dress in layers you can take off by mid-morning.
Pack List by Tour
Packing advice on the tour listings is consistent. A jacket and warm clothing come first, then shoes and a camera. A raincoat is wise for a sudden shower, and the summit is above 0°C all year.
- Shared Sunrise Jeep from Ubud: comfortable shoes, warm clothing, a jacket, a camera and a change of clothes for the hot spring.
- Shared Sunset Jeep and Hot Spring Option: comfortable shoes, swimwear, a towel, a change of clothes and a warm layer for the evening.
- Private Jeep with Hot Spring Packages: a towel, a welcome drink and a locker come only in the hot spring packages.
- Jeep Halfway and Walk to the Summit: a head flashlight and a water bottle are provided.
Water and Wet Season Extras
Tap water is not safe to drink in Indonesia, and listings such as Shared Sunrise Jeep from Ubud include mineral water. In the wet season humidity can pass 90 percent and insects and leeches are common on the trails, so cover up and use lotion.
Source: UK FCDO Indonesia travel advice.
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Check AvailabilityHow long does it take to walk up to Mount Batur?
On a jeep and walk tour the climb is up to 45 minutes from the jeep drop, while the full trek starts at 4:00 AM for a 6:15 AM summit.
The jeep takes most of the climb, and the weather decides how much walking you want.
Jeep and Walk Against the Full Trek
Jeep Halfway and Walk to the Summit is $37.97 per person and takes ages 4 to 65. It drives to the halfway point, then walks up to 45 minutes to the summit with a head flashlight. Batur Natural Hot Spring's own trek itinerary starts at 4:00 AM, reaches the summit for sunrise at 6:15 AM and descends at 8:30 AM.
In the wet season the soil is slippery and the rocks are sharp, local trekking sites warn. That makes a short walk from a jeep drop easier than the full trail. Sunrise on 15 November is at 5:48 AM and on 15 July at 6:34 AM, so the walk starts earlier in the wet months.
Sources: Batur Natural Hot Spring, NOAA Global Monitoring Laboratory.
Can You Do a Mount Batur Jeep Tour in the Rainy Season?
Yes, because the jeep does not use the slippery trail, but cloud can still hide sunrise and the tours let you cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
The wet months are November to March, with 289 mm in November and 469 mm in January.
What Rain Changes
In the wet season, showers often come in the afternoon and mornings can still be dry. Cloud cover is more frequent, so sunrise views may be muted or hidden. December is one of the wettest months, with 444 mm, though a dry window at dawn is possible.
Shared Sunrise Jeep from Ubud says sunrise visibility depends on the weather and that you can ask to reschedule after heavy rain. Every tour on this page carries free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead. Those warnings about slippery soil and leeches describe the walking trail. The jeep tours here ride in a 4WD, and only the halfway walk puts you on foot.
Source: Copernicus ERA5.
Sunrise or Sunset: Which Jeep Tour Suits the Weather?
Sunrise tours pick up between 2:45 AM and 4:00 AM for a cool dawn, and sunset tours pick up around noon for evening light.
NOAA puts sunset at Mount Batur between 6:07 PM and 6:46 PM on the dates it lists.
Four Tours by Time of Day
This table compares sunrise and sunset jeep tours by pickup time and weather notes. Prices are per person and the lowest option, and the details come from the tour listings.
| Tour | From price | Pickup | Light | Weather note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Sunrise Jeep from Ubud | $20 | Jeep part starts around 4:30 AM | Sunrise | Visibility depends on the weather, reschedule after heavy rain |
| Private Jeep with Hot Spring Packages | $24 | 2:45 AM to 4:00 AM by area | Sunrise | Free cancellation up to 24 hours |
| 4WD Sunset Jeep from Ubud | $22.50 | 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM | Sunset | Without transfer, the Kintamani entrance is IDR 50,000 per person in cash |
| Shared Sunset Jeep and Hot Spring Option | $18 | Around noon | Sunset | Views depend on visibility, bring a warm layer |
Which to Pick
Choose sunrise for the cooler air and the earliest light, which falls between 5:48 AM and 6:34 AM on the NOAA dates. Choose sunset if you want to sleep in, and expect a cooler ride back in the dark. Sunset times run from 6:07 PM in May and June to 6:46 PM on 1 February.
Source: NOAA Global Monitoring Laboratory.
Mount Batur Weather Questions
What Time Does the Sun Rise at Mount Batur?
Sunrise runs from 5:48 AM on 15 November to 6:34 AM on 15 July, NOAA says. Private Jeep with Hot Spring Packages picks up from 2:45 AM to 4:00 AM.
Is There Snow on Mount Batur?
No. Local trekking sites say the summit never reaches 0°C and there is no snow, but mornings can still feel cold. See the jacket advice for Shared Sunrise Jeep from Ubud.
Is Mount Batur Safe to Visit Right Now?
PVMBG lists Mount Batur at Level I (Normal), the lowest of four levels, and the status can change at any time. Shared Sunrise Jeep from Ubud has free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.
Where Can I Check Today's Forecast?
Mountain-Forecast gives a table for 1,717 m, and Yr shows an hourly table for Gunung Batur. Check it the evening before and ask Shared Sunrise Jeep from Ubud to reschedule if rain is heavy.
How Cold Is Mount Batur at 6 AM?
The lava fields average 16.3°C in August and 18.5°C in December at 6 AM (ERA5). Summit mornings run colder, so Shared Sunrise Jeep from Ubud lists a jacket.
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