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Pekanbaru Climate by Month

Pekanbaru maintains a fairly consistent very warm average temperature. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Pekanbaru 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 32°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

Pekanbaru is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2610 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives heavy rainfall, averaging 313 mm of precipitation, recorded across 22 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 134 mm over 13 rainy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Pekanbaru in Indonesia

Pekanbaru has high temperatures year round ranging between 31°C and 33°C.
The average rainfall figures in Pekanbaru 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. Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Pekanbaru?
    May has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Pekanbaru?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 32°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Pekanbaru?
    November tops the wettest month list with 313 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Pekanbaru?
    July is the driest month with 134 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Pekanbaru

    Sat   Dec 07
    33°C | 24°C
    NW 14 km/h
    7.8 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain

    Sun   Dec 08
    34°C | 24°C
    NW 14 km/h
    9.5 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Mon   Dec 09
    32°C | 24°C
    NW 14 km/h
    7.5 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder