West Sumatra in Indonesia sees its peak temperatures in May (29°C (84°F)) and its coolest in November (27°C (81°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Bukittinggi, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
West Sumatra experiences varying average temperatures all year, without any months of consistently pleasant weather.
When it comes to rainfall, West Sumatra sees significant variations throughout the year. November tends to be the wettest, receiving 477 mm (19 in) of rain, while June is much drier with just 212 mm (8.3 in). Travelers should note that the rainy season falls during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, bringing substantial precipitation ranging from 212 mm (8.3 in) to 477 mm (19 in) monthly.
