Is July a good time for surfing at Mentawai Islands – Lance's Right?
July is one of the best months for surfing at Mentawai Islands – Lance's Right. Waves 1.1 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 29°C.
Plan your trip to Mentawai Islands – Lance's RightEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.1 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 30°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 29°C by day, 25°C at night
- Weather: 29 sunny days, 26 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in July
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Other surfing spots in Indonesia in July →Where to go surfing in July →Schools and camps near Mentawai Islands – Lance's Right
- HT'S surf camp katiet 0.9 km
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Questions
Is July a good time for surfing at Mentawai Islands – Lance's Right?
July is one of the best months for surfing at Mentawai Islands – Lance's Right. Waves 1.1 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 29°C.
How warm is the water at Mentawai Islands – Lance's Right in July?
About 30°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Mentawai Islands – Lance's Right in July?
About 1.1 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Mentawai Islands – Lance's Right in July?
Around 29°C by day and 25°C at night, with about 29 sunny and 26 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in July?
Within 1,500 km: Sumatra – Krui (2.1 m waves), Nias – Sorake Beach (1.9 m waves) & Mentawai Islands – Macaronis (1.8 m waves).
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