Climate Insights for Pongtiku Airport

Kabupaten Tana Toraja, Provinsi Sulawesi Selatan, Indonesia

Hottest
October
27°C peak
Coldest
September
16°C low
Wettest
April
434mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Pongtiku Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 3490mm of precipitation falls per year. Pongtiku Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pongtiku Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 17° Feb Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 17° Mar Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 17° Apr Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° May Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jun Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 17° Jul Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 16° Aug Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Sep Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Oct Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Nov Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 17° Dec Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 17°
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Average
Min

Pongtiku Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 27°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 296mm Feb Precipitation: 331mm Mar Precipitation: 400mm Apr Precipitation: 434mm May Precipitation: 346mm Jun Precipitation: 257mm Jul Precipitation: 212mm Aug Precipitation: 174mm Sep Precipitation: 196mm Oct Precipitation: 250mm Nov Precipitation: 338mm Dec Precipitation: 256mm
Precipitation

Pongtiku Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3490mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 291mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 434mm of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 174mm. That's 260mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 3km/h Feb Wind Speed: 3km/h Mar Wind Speed: 3km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Pongtiku Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

1 day until Spring

It is currently winter in Pongtiku Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Pongtiku Airport sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in October at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in September near 16°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (1 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 784mm across the season with a monthly average of 261mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 883mm across the season with a monthly average of 294mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1180mm across the season with a monthly average of 393mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 16 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 643mm across the season with a monthly average of 214mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/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 Pongtiku Airport 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
17 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
296 mm
0 cm
Feb
17 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
331 mm
0 cm
Mar
17 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
400 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
434 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
346 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
257 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
212 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
174 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
16 °C
26 °C
4 km/h
196 mm
0 cm
Oct
16 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
250 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
338 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
256 mm
0 cm
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