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Padang Climate by Month

Padang has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Padang remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in May, the warmest time of the year, to a very warm 31°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 23°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Padang is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2836 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives heavy rainfall, averaging 352 mm of precipitation, recorded across 22 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, June brings less rainfall, with 145 mm over 12 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

While the amount of sunshine in Padang varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 6.9 hours of daily sun in June, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in September, with about 4.5 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Padang ranges from 28°C in January to 29°C in March.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Padang in Indonesia

Padang has high temperatures year round ranging between 31°C and 33°C.
The average rainfall figures in Padang are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose June which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Padang?
    May has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Padang?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 31°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Padang?
    November tops the wettest month list with 352 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Padang?
    June is the driest month with 145 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Padang?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 208 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Padang

    Thu   Dec 12
    32°C | 23°C
    SW 11 km/h
    5 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Fri   Dec 13
    31°C | 23°C
    W 7 km/h
    6.8 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Sat   Dec 14
    32°C | 23°C
    SW 7 km/h
    5.5 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder