Climate Insights for Padang
West Sumatra, Indonesia
Climate Overview
The climate in Padang is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 3,912 mm of precipitation falls per year. Padang receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Padang sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Padang is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 154 in of precipitation falls per year. Padang receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Padang sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Padang has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.Padang has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°F range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 77°F and an average of 80°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Padang is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,912 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 326 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 507 mm of rainfall. August and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 210 mm. That's 296 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Padang is a very wet location, receiving approximately 154 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12.8 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 20 in of rainfall. August and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 8.3 in. That's 11.7 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Padang is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Padang is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Padang 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Padang based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.