Surf foiling in Indonesia
2 surf foiling spots in Indonesia. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for surf foiling.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best waves in Indonesia: June–September (around 2 m, water 29°C, no wetsuit).
- Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: November (around 1.5 m, water 29°C, no wetsuit).
- Top picks: Canggu – Batu Bolong & Mentawai Islands – Macaronis.
- For beginners: Canggu – Batu Bolong.
Canggu – Batu BolongBali, Indonesia · best February, May–OctoberBeginner-friendly · 29°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ DPS 11 km
Mentawai Islands – MacaronisWest Sumatra, Indonesia · best July–AugustIntermediate and up · 30°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ PDG 225 kmWave height: average daily maximum.
Month by month in Indonesia
| Month | Waves | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 1.6 m | 29°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 1.6 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| MarchMar | 1.6 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| AprilApr | 1.6 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| MayMay | 1.7 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| JuneJun | 2 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| JulyJul | 2.1 m | 29°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| AugustAug | 2.1 m | 29°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| SeptemberSep | 1.9 m | 28°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| OctoberOct | 1.8 m | 29°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| NovemberNov | 1.5 m | 29°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| DecemberDec | 1.7 m | 30°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
Averages of the 2 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for surf foiling in Indonesia?
Best waves in Indonesia: June–September (around 2 m, water 29°C, no wetsuit). Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: November (around 1.5 m, water 29°C, no wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Indonesia?
It depends on the month: about 30°C water in April (no wetsuit) and about 28°C in September (no wetsuit).
Is Indonesia good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Canggu – Batu Bolong.
Which airport is closest?
Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), 11 km from Canggu – Batu Bolong; Minangkabau International Airport (PDG), 225 km from Mentawai Islands – Macaronis.