Central Sulawesi Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia in April.

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Palu Batudaka Togean Islands

Considering a trip to Central Sulawesi, Indonesia this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Central Sulawesi in April

Central Sulawesi, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. April in Central Sulawesi generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Palu. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Togean Islands with an average of 236 mm (9.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Palu with 322 mm (13 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Central Sulawesi in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Central Sulawesi

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia?

Temperature range in Central Sulawesi (April)

Precipitation variation in Central Sulawesi (April)

Palu

In April Palu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
281 mm (11 in)
322 mm (13 in)
327 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Palu →

Batudaka

In April Batudaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
255 mm (10 in)
271 mm (11 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Batudaka →

Togean Islands

In April Togean Islands generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
211 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
303 mm (12 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Togean Islands →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Central Sulawesi, in Indonesia.

In our records: Indonesia April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Indonesia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest April day in Indonesia reached 40°C (104°F) in Pulau Merah on April 1, 2014.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Central Sulawesi in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Palu 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 322 mm (13 in)
Batudaka 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 271 mm (11 in)
Togean Islands 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 236 mm (9.3 in)

Central Sulawesi weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia in April?

In April, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia generally has poor weather conditions. Palu sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia in April?

Palu averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 22°C (72°F).

Does Central Sulawesi, Indonesia get a lot of rain in April?

Yes. April brings heavy rainfall to Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, with Palu averaging around 322 mm (13 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Central Sulawesi, Indonesia?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Central Sulawesi, Indonesia with often poor weather in Palu.

On average, the best time to visit Central Sulawesi, Indonesia is in January and December with generally unpleasant weather in Palu.

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