Best Time to Visit Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia
Makassar is at its sunniest and driest in August.
The best time to visit Makassar for sunny, dry weather is August — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 26.6°C / 79.9°F in February to 28.1°C / 82.6°F in October, with rainfall from 16 mm / 0.6 in (August) to 650 mm / 25.6 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Makassar's climate is broadly tropical. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 27.5°C81.5°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Makassar?
The best time to visit Makassar for sunny, dry weather is August. At the city itself, the warmest month is October averaging 28.1°C / 82.6°F, and the driest is August with about 16 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Makassar's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Makassar?
The rainy season at Makassar, South Sulawesi runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 184 mm / 7.2 in. The wettest single month is January (650 mm / 25.6 in).
What is the driest month in Makassar?
The driest month in Makassar is August, averaging about 16 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 27.5°C / 81.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Makassar?
The least comfortable months for travel to Makassar — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 650 mm / 25.6 in in January, and the coldest month averages 26.6°C / 79.9°F.
Is Makassar climate different from Indonesia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Makassar figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Indonesia figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Makassar specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.