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Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
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| Temp (°C) | 35° 25° | 36° 24° | 35° 24° | 35° 24° | 35° 24° | 36° 24° | 32° 23° |
| Precipitation | 57% | 12% | 38% | 55% | 60% | 66% | 73% |
| Humidity | 75% | 74% | 73% | 74% | 75% | 73% | 73% |
| Wind | 19 km/h | 24 km/h | 28 km/h | 21 km/h | 20 km/h | 22 km/h | 22 km/h |
Best time to visit Sorong
The best time to visit Sorong is January to March, with calm seas and clear water supporting Raja Ampat diving and boat trips. November and December are also rated highly, while May to August bring stronger winds and rougher seas that can disrupt excursions; tropical-storm or hurricane risk is noted in May, June, October and November.
JanuaryTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)125Sun Hours8Dry Days5
January is hot and humid, around 24-31°C, with rain possible. Calm seas and clear water support Raja Ampat diving, with manta rays commonly seen.
FebruaryTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)100Sun Hours8Dry Days5
February is hot and humid, around 25-31°C, with rain possible. Smooth seas and clear water suit Raja Ampat boat trips and diving.
MarchTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)135Sun Hours8Dry Days5
March is hot and humid, around 24-31°C, with rain possible. Calm water and clear visibility support diving around Raja Ampat.
AprilTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)103Sun Hours8Dry Days5
April is hot and humid, around 25-31°C, with showers possible. Raja Ampat diving has favourable sea conditions and frequent manta sightings.
MayTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)114Sun Hours8Dry Days7
May is hot and humid, around 24-30°C, with heavy rain and tropical-storm risk. Strong winds can disrupt boat trips and diving, while manta sightings are limited.
JuneTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)113Sun Hours8Dry Days9
June is hot and humid, around 24-30°C, with hurricane risk and strong winds. Rough seas can disrupt island crossings and diving; manta sightings are limited.
JulyTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)94Sun Hours7Dry Days12
July is hot and humid, around 24-30°C, with strong winds and rough seas that can restrict boat trips and diving. Manta sightings are limited.
AugustTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)101Sun Hours7Dry Days10
August is hot and humid, around 24-30°C, with strong winds and rough seas that can limit boat excursions and diving. Manta sightings are limited.
SeptemberTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)92Sun Hours7Dry Days9
September is hot and humid, around 24-30°C, with rain possible. Manta diving is favourable, although unsettled seas can affect boat excursions.
OctoberTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)118Sun Hours10Dry Days11
October is hot and humid, around 24-31°C, with heavy rain and tropical-storm risk. Manta diving is favourable, but rough seas can disrupt boat days.
NovemberTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)164Sun Hours11Dry Days6
November is hot and humid, around 25-32°C, with rain and tropical-storm risk. Calm seas and clear water support manta-focused diving, though storms can disrupt trips.
DecemberTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)174Sun Hours8Dry Days5
December is hot and humid, around 24-31°C, with rain possible. Smooth seas and clear visibility support Raja Ampat diving and manta encounters.
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Brief
- Sorong is a common gateway to Raja Ampat; allow extra time for onward boat connections, which can be affected by sea conditions and limited schedules.
- Try local specialties including papeda (sago porridge), ikan kuah kuning (fish in yellow-spiced broth), grilled seafood, and fresh tropical fruit.
- In remote areas around Sorong and Raja Ampat, accommodation, cash access, communications, and medical services can be limited. Arrange permits, transfers, and sufficient cash in advance.
Safety and health
- A CDC Level 2 notice reports Zika cases in travelers returning from Bali. Although the notice concerns Bali rather than Sorong, use repellent, cover exposed skin, and take precautions against sexual transmission; pregnant travelers should discuss travel plans with a healthcare professional. (
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- Dengue and Zika are mosquito-borne risks in Indonesia. Use an effective insect repellent, wear long sleeves where practical, and sleep in screened or mosquito-protected rooms. (
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- Avoid wading or swimming in untreated freshwater, and avoid contact with mud, floodwater, and contaminated soil. Cover cuts and wounds, particularly after heavy rain, because of schistosomiasis and melioidosis risks. (
- A yellow-fever certificate is required for travelers aged 9 months or older arriving from countries with risk of yellow-fever transmission; it is not generally recommended or required for direct travel from the United States. (
- A protest near the PAPEDA Summit venue on 4 September caused the forum to end early. Avoid demonstrations and monitor local advice, particularly around government, hotel, and major-event venues. (
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Recent News
- Drought and wildfire risk: On 28 August, Sorong authorities said the city was under a six-month emergency alert for drought and forest-and-land fires through the end of 2026. Authorities reported 38 fires and 48 hotspots by that date, although assessed fires had been extinguished. Smoke, road visibility, and air quality may deteriorate near affected areas. (
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- Protest disrupted PAPEDA Summit: A protest opposing national strategic projects and militarisation took place near a hotel hosting the PAPEDA Summit on 4 September, prompting the event to end early. The incident was reported as a peaceful protest, but visitors should avoid gatherings and follow local security instructions. (
- Recent earthquake: A shallow earthquake linked to activity on the Sorong Fault was reported in the Sorong area on 10 August. No travel disruption was reported in the available information, but visitors should familiarise themselves with earthquake procedures and monitor official Indonesian alerts. (
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