Central Sulawesi Weather in January

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

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Palu Batudaka Togean Islands

Planning a getaway to Central Sulawesi, Indonesia this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Central Sulawesi in January

Central Sulawesi, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. January 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 21°C (70°F) in Palu. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For specific regional insights in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Batudaka with an average of 245 mm (9.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Togean Islands with 466 mm (18 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Palu typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

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January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May29°C (84°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Central Sulawesi in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Central Sulawesi.

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia?

Temperature range in Central Sulawesi (January)

Precipitation variation in Central Sulawesi (January)

Palu

In January Palu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
252 mm (9.9 in)
251 mm (9.9 in)
263 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Palu →

Batudaka

In January 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 less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
251 mm (9.9 in)
245 mm (9.6 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Batudaka →

Togean Islands

In January Togean Islands generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
148 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
433 mm (17 in)
466 mm (18 in)
367 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
19 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
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 January extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Indonesia brought 389 mm (15 in) in Manado on January 27, 2023.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Palu 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 251 mm (9.9 in)
Batudaka 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 245 mm (9.6 in)
Togean Islands 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 466 mm (18 in)

Central Sulawesi weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect mixed weather across Central Sulawesi, Indonesia in January. The popular destination of Palu averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Palu peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in January, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

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

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, with Palu averaging around 251 mm (9.9 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

In our opinion, January is one of the best times to visit Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, but the weather is often mixed in Palu.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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