Sawahlunto weather in October (Sumatra, Indonesia)

Is Sawahlunto a good destination in October, weather-wise? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of October in Sawahlunto typically brings high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 30°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 20°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Sawahlunto in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 194 mm for the month. This month experiences about 20 days of rain according to historical data.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days February, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, March, April and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sawahlunto climate page with graphs.

 

Sawahlunto, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 194 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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