Riau Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Riau, Indonesia in October.

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Pekanbaru Dumai Duri

Planning a trip to Riau, Indonesia this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Riau in October

Riau, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. October in Riau generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Pekanbaru. 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 a closer look at conditions across Riau, Indonesia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Pekanbaru with an average of 257 mm (10 in) to heavy rainfall in Dumai with 311 mm (12 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Riau in October

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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 Riau

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Riau, Indonesia?

Temperature range in Riau (October)

Precipitation variation in Riau (October)

Pekanbaru

In October Pekanbaru generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
213 mm (8.4 in)
257 mm (10 in)
313 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pekanbaru →

Dumai

In October Dumai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
266 mm (10 in)
311 mm (12 in)
384 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dumai →

Duri

In October Duri generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
231 mm (9.1 in)
267 mm (11 in)
316 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Duri →

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

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Riau in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pekanbaru 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 257 mm (10 in)
Dumai 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 311 mm (12 in)
Duri 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 267 mm (11 in)

Riau weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Riau, Indonesia in October?

Expect poor weather across Riau, Indonesia in October. The popular destination of Pekanbaru averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Riau, Indonesia in October?

In Pekanbaru, the average daytime high in October is 33°C (91°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does Riau, Indonesia get a lot of rain in October?

Rainfall in Riau, Indonesia peaks during October. Pekanbaru averages roughly 257 mm (10 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Riau, Indonesia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Pekanbaru, October may not be the ideal time to visit Riau, Indonesia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Pekanbaru.

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