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Padang weather in October (Indonesia)

How does the weather in Padang usually fare in October? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The month of October in Padang typically brings very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 32°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 23°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Padang in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 283 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 20 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 137 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Padang. June and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Padang, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 67%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 283 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
SunshineSunshine 137 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Indonesia in October

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 this month?

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 28°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.

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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