Weather in August in South Sumatra
Thinking about venturing to South Sumatra this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in South Sumatra in August?
South Sumatra is a region in Indonesia. August in South Sumatra generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C and nighttime temperatures around 24°C in Palembang. 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.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of South Sumatra, check out the map below.
Precipitation
August is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 84 mm in Palembang. Going by our weather data, this month in Palembang usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.Average sunshine
The city Palembang usually sees around 152 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our South Sumatra climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the most popular destinonation in South Sumatra?
Palembang
In August Palembang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is August the best time to visit South Sumatra?
We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to South Sumatra. Typically, the climate in Palembang is pleasant. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly pleasant weather in Palembang. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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