South Sulawesi weather in January
Are you planning a trip to South Sulawesi in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in South Sulawesi in January?
South Sulawesi is a region in Indonesia. January in South Sulawesi generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Makale at 28°C to very warm in Bira at 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C in Bira and 18°C in Makale. 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.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Bira with an average of 280 mm to heavy rainfall in Makassar with 616 mm. Makassar experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.
For specific regional insights in South Sulawesi for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our South Sulawesi climate page.
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Average weather in Makassar
In January Makassar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Bira
In January Bira generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Rantepao
In January Rantepao generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Biringkanya
In January Biringkanya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Makale
In January Makale 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 poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit South Sulawesi?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to South Sulawesi with often poor weather in Makassar.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August and September offering mostly pleasant weather in Makassar. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.
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