Padang weather in April (Indonesia)

Looking to travel to Padang in April? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In April, Padang generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 33°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 23°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Padang in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 264 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 188 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Padang. June and July generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Padang climate page with graphs.

 

Padang, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 264 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
SunshineSunshine 188 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Indonesia in April

Find out more about the weather in Indonesia in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Padang in April?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in April.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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