Palu weather in October (Central Sulawesi, Indonesia)

How is the weather in Palu in October? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In October, Palu generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 22°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Palu in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 314 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Palu. January and December typically offer the best circumstances. While February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Palu climate page with graphs.

 

Palu, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 314 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  

Where to go in Indonesia in October

Find out more about the weather in Indonesia in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Palu in October?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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