Weather in August in North Sumatra
Considering a trip to North Sumatra this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in North Sumatra in August?
North Sumatra is a region in Indonesia. August in North Sumatra generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Tuk Tuk at 27°C to very warm in Medan at 33°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Medan and 19°C in Tuk Tuk. 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.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Timbanglawang with an average of 189 mm to heavy rainfall in Pematangsiantar with 265 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 145 hours of sunlight anticipated in Medan. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of North Sumatra in August, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our North Sumatra climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in North Sumatra?
Medan
In August Medan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Rantauprapat
In August Rantauprapat generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tuk Tuk
In August Tuk Tuk generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Berastagi
In August Berastagi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Parapat
In August Parapat generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in North Sumatra, in Indonesia.
Is August the best time to visit North Sumatra?
In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to North Sumatra with often poor weather in Medan.
Generally speaking, February provides tolerable weather in Medan. The weather in January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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