North Sulawesi Weather & Climate: Indonesia

Climate by month across North Sulawesi, Indonesia, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of North Sulawesi

North Sulawesi is one of several regions in Indonesia, with temperatures that range from 29°C (84°F) in January to 31°C (88°F) during the peak of September. We've based our full climate overview on data from Manado, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

Year-round, North Sulawesi, especially Manado, sees high temperatures, with maximum averages consistently above 29°C (84°F).

The hottest season always takes place in August, September and October.

Precipitation in North Sulawesi varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in June with 318 mm (13 in) of rain, while August stays relatively dry with 149 mm (5.9 in).

For those seeking sunshine, August usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Explore North Sulawesi by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in North Sulawesi — and find the best time to visit. (based on Manado)

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Manado Bunaken Bitung Tomohon Wori Tanahwangko
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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Manado 29°C (84°F) 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 25°C (77°F) 3030 mm (119 in) 1,870 hours
Bunaken 29°C (84°F) 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 26°C (79°F) 2537 mm (100 in) 1,870 hours
Bitung 29°C (84°F) 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 25°C (77°F) 2215 mm (87 in) 1,870 hours
Tomohon 29°C (84°F) 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 24°C (75°F) 3203 mm (126 in) 1,870 hours
Wori 29°C (84°F) 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 26°C (79°F) 2627 mm (103 in) 1,870 hours
Tanahwangko 29°C (84°F) 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 25°C (77°F) 2919 mm (115 in) 1,870 hours

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