Weather in Ende

About Ende

Ende served as Sukarno's exile island where Indonesia's independence-era president was imprisoned before his 1945 rise to power, making this remote port town a presidential pilgrimage site. The town remains humble and authentic, gateway to Keli Mutu and Flores's remote eastern reaches.

Country

Indonesia

Best months to visit

June, July, August, September

Currency

IDR

Language

Indonesian, English

Things to do in Ende

Sukarno house and exile history tours Keli Mutu crater lake access and trekking Port town cultural exploration walks Local market and fishing activities Ikat weaving workshop visits Nearby hot springs and natural pools

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

January

30C

Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.

February

30C

Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.

March

30C

Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.

April

30C

Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.

May

30C

Hot and humid, with some rainy days.

Recommended

June

29C

Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.

Recommended

July

29C

Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.

Recommended

August

29C

Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.

Recommended

September

30C

Hot and humid, with occasional showers.

October

31C

Hot and humid, with some rainy days.

November

31C

Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.

December

30C

Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.

Ende, on Flores' south coast, is a working port town that serves as a gateway to the legendary Kelimutu volcano with its three crater lakes that shift colour over time — and also where Indonesia's founding president, Sukarno, was exiled, with a small museum marking his stay. It's more functional than pretty, but pivotal for reaching one of Indonesia's most surreal natural sights.

Best areas to stay in Ende

Ende town centre

The port and market area, with basic hotels and the Sukarno exile house museum.

Pantai Ria

A black-sand beach near town, popular for an evening walk.

Moni village

The usual overnight base for sunrise visits to Kelimutu, about 1.5-2 hours away.

Kelimutu National Park

Home to the three crater lakes, reached via a short walk from the car park near Moni.

Getting to Ende

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Flights

Fly via Jakarta or Denpasar to Ende's airport (H. Hasan Aroeboesman) on domestic connections.

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From London

~20-24 hours from London including multiple connections.

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Getting around

Hired cars or local buses (bemos) cover the road to Moni and Kelimutu; arrange an early departure for sunrise.

Frequently asked questions

What is Ende known for?

Being a transit hub for Kelimutu's coloured crater lakes, and as the site of Sukarno's exile, commemorated by a small museum.

How far is Ende from Kelimutu?

About 1.5-2 hours by road to Moni village, the usual base for sunrise visits to Kelimutu's crater rim.

Is Ende worth spending time in?

Most travellers pass through quickly en route to Kelimutu, though the black-sand Pantai Ria beach and Sukarno museum offer a couple of hours' interest.

How do I get to Ende?

By domestic flight to Ende's airport, or by road as part of a longer Flores overland trip.

What is the best time to see Kelimutu's lakes?

Sunrise, when the colours and surrounding mist are at their most dramatic — most visitors arrive at the crater rim before dawn.

Traveler reviews

★★★★☆

Town itself is fairly low-key, but it's the gateway to Kelimutu, which was absolutely worth the early start the next morning.

Astrid V. · May 2024

★★★☆☆

Mainly passed through here on the way to Moni — the Sukarno museum was a quick but interesting stop if you have a spare hour.

Reza P. · August 2024

★★★★★

Stayed overnight before heading to Kelimutu for sunrise — the colours of the lakes that morning were honestly one of the most amazing things I've seen.

Lena T. · July 2024