Climate Insights for Solok

The climate in Solok is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 211mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Solok sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Solok has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°C range. April is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 23°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Solok is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 211mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 18mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 33mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2mm. That's 31mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Solok 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 December, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

It is currently winter in Solok, which began on June 21, 2026. Solok sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in April at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in September near 20°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

The best time to visit Solok is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 18mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Solok 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.