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Makassar Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Makassar 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 maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Makassar remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in September, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 29°C during cooler months like August.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 25°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Makassar is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3137 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, January receives heavy rainfall, averaging 616 mm of precipitation, recorded across 25 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, August brings less rainfall, with 32 mm over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Makassar Precipitation page.

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

Forecast for Makassar

Wed   Jan 15
30°C | 24°C
NW 4 m/s
19 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Thu   Jan 16
31°C | 24°C
NW 4 m/s
17 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Fri   Jan 17
31°C | 25°C
NW 4 m/s
16 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Makassar in Indonesia

Makassar has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 31°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: August and September.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Makassar?
    September has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Makassar?
    The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Makassar?
    January tops the wettest month list with 616 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Makassar?
    August is the driest month with 32 mm of precipitation.

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