West Sumatra Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in West Sumatra, Indonesia in April.

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Bukittinggi Matur Kotabaru Sawahlunto

Planning a journey to West Sumatra, Indonesia this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in West Sumatra in April

West Sumatra, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. April in West Sumatra generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Bukittinggi.

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

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Sawahlunto with an average of 235 mm (9.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Matur with 401 mm (16 in).

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Best Places to Visit in West Sumatra in April

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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 West Sumatra

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

Temperature range in West Sumatra (April)

Precipitation variation in West Sumatra (April)

Bukittinggi

In April Bukittinggi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
324 mm (13 in)
378 mm (15 in)
286 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bukittinggi →

Matur

In April Matur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
339 mm (13 in)
401 mm (16 in)
312 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Matur →

Kotabaru

In April Kotabaru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
326 mm (13 in)
377 mm (15 in)
281 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kotabaru →

Sawahlunto

In April Sawahlunto generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
205 mm (8.1 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Sawahlunto →

Batusangkar

In April Batusangkar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
286 mm (11 in)
319 mm (13 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Batusangkar →

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

In our records: Indonesia April extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest April day in Indonesia reached 40°C (104°F) in Pulau Merah on April 1, 2014.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in West Sumatra in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bukittinggi 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 378 mm (15 in)
Matur 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 401 mm (16 in)
Kotabaru 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 377 mm (15 in)
Sawahlunto 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 235 mm (9.3 in)
Batusangkar 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 319 mm (13 in)
Padang Panjang 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 384 mm (15 in)

West Sumatra weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in West Sumatra, Indonesia in April?

April in West Sumatra, Indonesia brings poor weather. In Bukittinggi, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 20°C (68°F).

What is the average temperature in West Sumatra, Indonesia in April?

Average temperatures in West Sumatra, Indonesia during April range from a nighttime low near 20°C (68°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Bukittinggi.

Does West Sumatra, Indonesia get a lot of rain in April?

Yes. April brings heavy rainfall to West Sumatra, Indonesia, with Bukittinggi averaging around 378 mm (15 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is April a Good Time to Visit West Sumatra, Indonesia?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit West Sumatra, Indonesia due to the typically poor weather in Bukittinggi.

Generally speaking, June and July provide unpleasant weather in Bukittinggi.

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