Climate Insights for Lahewa

Kabupaten Nias Utara, North Sumatra, Indonesia

Hottest
May
29°C peak
Coldest
November
26°C low
Wettest
November
497mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Lahewa is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 3634mm of precipitation falls per year. Lahewa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lahewa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Feb Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 26° Mar Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 26° Apr Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 26° May Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jun Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jul Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 26° Aug Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Sep Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Oct Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Dec Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26°
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Lahewa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 26°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 267mm Feb Precipitation: 175mm Mar Precipitation: 304mm Apr Precipitation: 268mm May Precipitation: 290mm Jun Precipitation: 196mm Jul Precipitation: 255mm Aug Precipitation: 313mm Sep Precipitation: 306mm Oct Precipitation: 403mm Nov Precipitation: 497mm Dec Precipitation: 360mm
Precipitation

Lahewa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3634mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 303mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 497mm of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 175mm. That's 322mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Lahewa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Lahewa, which began on September 23, 2026. Lahewa sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in May at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in November near 26°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 862mm across the season with a monthly average of 287mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 764mm across the season with a monthly average of 255mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1206mm across the season with a monthly average of 402mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 802mm across the season with a monthly average of 267mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lahewa based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
26 °C
28 °C
8 km/h
267 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
175 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
304 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
268 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
290 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
196 mm
0 cm
Jul
26 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
255 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
313 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
26 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
306 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
403 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
497 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
360 mm
0 cm
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