AI-generatedPadang at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Feb
- Warmest month
- May · 29°
- Warmest sea
- May · 30.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,440 h
- Rain a year
- 3,648 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+7
- Elevation
- 6 m
Climate in Padang
Padang has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. May is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while November is the coolest at 24 °C. With around 1,440 hours of sunshine a year, Padang is rather dull; February is the sunniest month with 4.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Padang
The best time to visit Padang is from July to February. The sea reaches 30.2 °C in May, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The wettest month is November with 455 mm of precipitation.
Padang through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Padang in spring
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 24–26 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 3.2 h of sun a day
- 78 rainy days in all
Padang in summer
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 26–28 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.0 h of sun a day
- 71 rainy days in all
Padang in autumn
Mar – May
Fair
- 28–29 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 74 rainy days in all
Padang in winter
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 27–28 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 65 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
All year
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: October – December
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: July – February
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 24°
- Midday, 13:00: about 25°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 24°
- Night, 23:00: about 24°
06:0018:08
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:47–06:28 · evening 17:40–18:21
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:39–05:47 · evening 18:21–18:29
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Padang compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 25° at the start of the month to 24° at the end.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 12.1 h |
What is the weather like in Padang in October?
In October, Padang is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 335 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang – and yet one of the best months here.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 8 min06:00 – 18:08
- UV index
- 14 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 10 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 91 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+7offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %2 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Padang
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and August bring similar holiday weather to Padang (score 50 and 54). In August, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. The sea is about as warm in both months. August has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 50 | 54 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 29.1° | 29.5° |
| Sunshine | 3.1 h | 4.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 26 | 24better |
| Rainfall | 335 mm | 316 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 31 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Padang month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
53January26° · Sea 29° · 3.9 h
In January, Padang is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 315 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang – and yet one of the best months here.
Padang in January51February28° · Sea 30° · 4.5 h
In February, Padang is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 235 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang – and yet one of the best months here.
Padang in February45March28° · Sea 30° · 3.9 h
In March, Padang is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 302 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang.
Padang in March44April29° · Sea 30° · 4.2 h
In April, Padang is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 339 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang.
Padang in April42May29° · Sea 30° · 4.4 h
In May, Padang is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 30.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 262 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang.
Padang in May47June28° · Sea 30° · 4.5 h
In June, Padang is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.9 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 192 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang.
Padang in June51July28° · Sea 30° · 4.4 h
In July, Padang is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 219 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang – and yet one of the best months here.
Padang in July54August27° · Sea 30° · 4.2 h
In August, Padang is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 316 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang – and yet one of the best months here.
Padang in August51September26° · Sea 29° · 3.3 h
In September, Padang is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 313 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang – and yet one of the best months here.
Padang in September50October25° · Sea 29° · 3.1 h
In October, Padang is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 335 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang – and yet one of the best months here.
Padang in October51November24° · Sea 29° · 3.3 h
In November, Padang is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 455 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang – and yet one of the best months here.
Padang in November52December26° · Sea 29° · 3.5 h
In December, Padang is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 366 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Padang – and yet one of the best months here.
Padang in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Padang
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (23°), the warmest in May (24°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 365 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 53 | 26° | 24° | 29.3° | 3.9 h | 24 | 315 |
| FebruaryFeb | 51 | 28° | 24° | 29.7° | 4.5 h | 21 | 235 |
| MarchMar | 45 | 28° | 24° | 29.9° | 3.9 h | 26 | 302 |
| AprilApr | 44 | 29° | 24° | 30.1° | 4.2 h | 26 | 339 |
| MayMay | 42 | 29° | 24° | 30.2° | 4.4 h | 22 | 262 |
| JuneJun | 47 | 28° | 24° | 29.9° | 4.5 h | 20 | 192 |
| JulyJul | 51 | 28° | 23° | 29.7° | 4.4 h | 20 | 219 |
| AugustAug | 54 | 27° | 23° | 29.5° | 4.2 h | 24 | 316 |
| SeptemberSep | 51 | 26° | 23° | 29.3° | 3.3 h | 25 | 313 |
| OctoberOct | 50 | 25° | 23° | 29.1° | 3.1 h | 26 | 335 |
| NovemberNov | 51 | 24° | 23° | 29.0° | 3.3 h | 27 | 455 |
| DecemberDec | 52 | 26° | 23° | 29.0° | 3.5 h | 26 | 366 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Padang
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.1 – 29.7 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Padang ranges from 29.0 °C in November to 30.2 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 29.7 and 30.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 29.3° | 28.8° | 29.8° | very warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 29.7° | 29.3° | 30.1° | very warm |
| MarchMar | 29.9° | 29.4° | 30.4° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 30.1° | 29.6° | 30.6° | very warm |
| MayMay | 30.2° | 29.7° | 30.7° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.9° | 29.5° | 30.4° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.7° | 29.3° | 30.2° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.5° | 29.2° | 30.0° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.3° | 28.6° | 29.9° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.1° | 28.1° | 29.7° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.0° | 28.5° | 29.5° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 29.0° | 28.5° | 29.5° | very warm |
Sunshine hours in Padang
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 3.1 of 12.1 hours of daylight in Padang, 26 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 19 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Padang: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Padang has about 26 rainy days with 335 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Padang
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 14 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in March (UV 14).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 10 min
- Light brown skin
- about 15 min
- Olive skin
- about 20 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Padang
How breezy and how cloudy Padang is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Padang typically peaks at 10 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 91 % of the sky over Padang: mostly overcast, with about 3.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Padang
How often the day gets hot in Padang (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Padang has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 25 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Padang
Weather for your travel dates
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Padang in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Padang has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 53) and its weakest during May half-term (score 43).
- 44
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 43
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 53
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
FairBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 4.3 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 50
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 3.1 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 53
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 13 h 35 min
- Distance
- 10,840 km
- Time zone
- UTC+7
- Jet lag
- About 6 days (6 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Padang vs Pekanbaru
In October Padang has the better holiday weather (score 50 vs 15). During the day Pekanbaru is 8 °C warmer than Padang. Pekanbaru gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Padang | Pekanbaru |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 50 | 15 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 33° |
| Sea | 29° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 3 h | 4 h |
| Rainy days | 26 | 26 |
| Best time | Jul – Feb | Jul – Aug, Nov – Feb |
Through the year
Indonesia in October: the best places
In October, Padang ranks 9 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Padang
When is the best time to visit Padang?
The best time to visit Padang is from July to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Padang?
The sea temperature in Padang ranges from 29.0 °C in November to 30.2 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Padang in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Padang?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 24 °C. November is the coolest month at 24 °C.
When does it rain most in Padang?
The wettest month is November with 455 mm of precipitation. The driest month is June with 192 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Padang get?
Padang gets around 1,440 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 4.5 hours a day; in October there are 3.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Padang in?
Padang is on UTC+7 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Padang?
A nonstop flight from London to Padang takes about 13 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 10,840 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Padang?
Padang has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 53) and its weakest during May half-term (score 43). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 44, May half-term 43, summer holidays 53, October half-term 50, Christmas holidays 53.