North Sumatra Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in North Sumatra, Indonesia in November.

Thinking about venturing to North Sumatra, Indonesia this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in North Sumatra in November

North Sumatra, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. November in North Sumatra generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Tuk Tuk at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Medan at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Medan and 19°C (66°F) in Tuk Tuk. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in North Sumatra, Indonesia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Tuk Tuk with an average of 290 mm (11 in) to heavy rainfall in Medan with 377 mm (15 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Medan receives about 106 hours of sunlight in November, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore North Sumatra by month

Best Places to Visit in North Sumatra in November

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

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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 North Sumatra

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in North Sumatra, Indonesia?

Temperature range in North Sumatra (November)

Precipitation variation in North Sumatra (November)

Medan

In November Medan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
106 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
371 mm (15 in)
377 mm (15 in)
334 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Rantauprapat

In November Rantauprapat generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
314 mm (12 in)
343 mm (14 in)
314 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Tuk Tuk

In November Tuk Tuk generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
273 mm (11 in)
290 mm (11 in)
274 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Berastagi

In November Berastagi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
106 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
338 mm (13 in)
351 mm (14 in)
337 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Parapat

In November Parapat generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
299 mm (12 in)
307 mm (12 in)
295 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Indonesia November extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest November night in Indonesia dropped to 11°C (52°F) in Amed on November 11, 2019.

Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in North Sumatra in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Medan 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 377 mm (15 in)
Rantauprapat 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 343 mm (14 in)
Tuk Tuk 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 290 mm (11 in)
Berastagi 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 351 mm (14 in)
Parapat 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 307 mm (12 in)
Pematangsiantar 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 347 mm (14 in)

North Sumatra weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North Sumatra, Indonesia in November?

November in North Sumatra, Indonesia brings poor weather. In Medan, daytime temperatures are typically around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows hover near 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in North Sumatra, Indonesia in November?

Daytime temperatures in Medan peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in November, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

Does North Sumatra, Indonesia get a lot of rain in November?

Rainfall in North Sumatra, Indonesia peaks during November. Medan averages roughly 377 mm (15 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is November a Good Time to Visit North Sumatra, Indonesia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Medan, November may not be the ideal time to visit North Sumatra, Indonesia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February offering mostly unpleasant weather in Medan.

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