Climate of South Sulawesi, Indonesia
Area-weighted average across South Sulawesi. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
South Sulawesi, a subdivision of Indonesia, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 23.2°C / 73.8°F in July to 24.5°C / 76.1°F in October, with rainfall from 93 mm / 3.7 in to 287 mm / 11.3 in depending on the season (2447 mm / 96.3 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.6°C74.5°F | 283 mm11.1″ | Tropical |
| February | 23.6°C74.5°F | 256 mm10.1″ | Tropical |
| March | 23.8°C74.8°F | 245 mm9.6″ | Tropical |
| April | 23.9°C75°F | 287 mm11.3″ | Tropical |
| May | 24°C75.2°F | 262 mm10.3″ | Tropical |
| June | 23.6°C74.5°F | 200 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
| July | 23.2°C73.8°F | 147 mm5.8″ | Tropical |
| August | 23.5°C74.3°F | 112 mm4.4″ | Tropical |
| September | 24.1°C75.4°F | 93 mm3.7″ | Tropical |
| October | 24.5°C76.1°F | 108 mm4.3″ | Tropical |
| November | 24.2°C75.6°F | 184 mm7.2″ | Tropical |
| December | 23.7°C74.7°F | 270 mm10.6″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit South Sulawesi?
South Sulawesi, Indonesia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is October at 24.5°C / 76.1°F, and the driest is September at 93 mm / 3.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of South Sulawesi?
South Sulawesi, Indonesia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 23.2°C / 73.8°F in July to 24.5°C / 76.1°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 2447 mm / 96.3 in, with the wettest month being April (287 mm / 11.3 in) and the driest September (93 mm / 3.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in South Sulawesi?
The hottest month in South Sulawesi is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.5°C / 76.1°F.
What is the coldest month in South Sulawesi?
The coldest month in South Sulawesi is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.2°C / 73.8°F.
When does it rain most in South Sulawesi?
The wettest month in South Sulawesi is April, averaging about 287 mm / 11.3 in of rainfall. The driest is September with about 93 mm / 3.7 in.