Climate Insights for Pongtiku Airport
Tana Toraja Regency, Indonesia
Climate Overview
The climate in Pongtiku Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 3,490 mm 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.The climate in Pongtiku Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 137.4 in 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
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.Pongtiku Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 60°F to 80°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 60°F and an average of 69°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Pongtiku Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,490 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 291 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 434 mm of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 174 mm. That's 260 mm 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.Pongtiku Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 137.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 11.5 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 17.1 in of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 6.9 in. That's 10.2 in 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
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.Pongtiku Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
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.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 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.