South East Sulawesi Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in South East Sulawesi, Indonesia in December.

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Kendari Baubau Pipulu

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

What to Expect in South East Sulawesi in December

South East Sulawesi, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. December in South East Sulawesi generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Kendari. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To explore the conditions in South East Sulawesi, Indonesia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kendari with an average of 276 mm (11 in) to heavy rainfall in Baubau with 313 mm (12 in).

Explore South East Sulawesi by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in South East Sulawesi - and find the best time to visit. (based on Kendari)

January31°C (88°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September30°C (86°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in South East Sulawesi in December

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

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in South East Sulawesi, Indonesia?

Temperature range in South East Sulawesi (December)

Precipitation variation in South East Sulawesi (December)

Kendari

In December Kendari 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 less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
276 mm (11 in)
280 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Kendari →

Baubau

In December Baubau 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 less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
175 mm (6.9 in)
313 mm (12 in)
309 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Baubau →

Pipulu

In December Pipulu 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 less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
180 mm (7.1 in)
291 mm (11 in)
293 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Pipulu →

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

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in South East Sulawesi in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kendari 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 276 mm (11 in)
Baubau 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 313 mm (12 in)
Pipulu 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 291 mm (11 in)

South East Sulawesi weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South East Sulawesi, Indonesia in December?

December in South East Sulawesi, Indonesia brings less favorable weather. In Kendari, daytime temperatures are typically around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in South East Sulawesi, Indonesia in December?

In Kendari, the average daytime high in December is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does South East Sulawesi, Indonesia get a lot of rain in December?

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to South East Sulawesi, Indonesia, with Kendari averaging around 276 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is December a Good Time to Visit South East Sulawesi, Indonesia?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to South East Sulawesi, Indonesia with often less favorable weather in Kendari.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly excellent weather in Kendari. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, June and December tend to be less favorable.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in South East Sulawesi.

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