AI-generatedPalu at a glance
- Best time
- All year except May
- Warmest month
- May · 31°
- Warmest sea
- May · 29.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,750 h
- Rain a year
- 2,926 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 9 m
Climate in Palu
Palu 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 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 1,750 hours of sunshine a year, Palu is moderately sunny; September is the sunniest month with 5.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Palu
The best time to visit Palu is all year round except in May. The sea reaches 29.7 °C in May, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The wettest month is June with 292 mm of precipitation.
Palu through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Palu in spring
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 30–31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 77 rainy days in all
Palu in summer
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 72 rainy days in all
Palu in autumn
Mar – May
Poor
- 30–31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 74 rainy days in all
Palu in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 72 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: December – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: all year except May
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
05:4217:50
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 05:29–06:10 · evening 17:22–18:03
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:21–05:29 · evening 18:03–18:11
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 Palu compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 31° at the start of the month to 30° at the end.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 30° | 30° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 12.1 h |
What is the weather like in Palu in October?
In October, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 260 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu – and yet one of the best months here.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 8 min05:42 – 17:50
- 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
- 83 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 24 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %54 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %35 %
- 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
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Palu
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 January bring similar holiday weather to Palu (score 34 and 37). In January, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in January. January has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines an hour less a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 34 | 37 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 29.6° | 29.0° |
| Sunshine | 5.1 hbetter | 4.0 h |
| Rainy days | 26 | 25better |
| Rainfall | 260 mm | 239 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 31 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Palu month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
37January30° · Sea 29° · 4.0 h
In January, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 239 mm. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu – and yet one of the best months here.
Palu in January37February30° · Sea 29° · 4.1 h
In February, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 201 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu – and yet one of the best months here.
Palu in February34March30° · Sea 29° · 4.3 h
In March, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 214 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu – and yet one of the best months here.
Palu in March32April31° · Sea 29° · 4.7 h
In April, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 224 mm. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu – and yet one of the best months here.
Palu in April31May31° · Sea 30° · 5.0 h
In May, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 277 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu.
Palu in May34June31° · Sea 30° · 4.9 h
In June, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 292 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu – and yet one of the best months here.
Palu in June35July31° · Sea 29° · 5.1 h
In July, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 259 mm. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu – and yet one of the best months here.
Palu in July36August31° · Sea 29° · 5.6 h
In August, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 226 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu – and yet one of the best months here.
Palu in August35September31° · Sea 30° · 5.7 h
In September, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 239 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu – and yet one of the best months here.
Palu in September34October31° · Sea 30° · 5.1 h
In October, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 260 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu – and yet one of the best months here.
Palu in October36November30° · Sea 30° · 4.5 h
In November, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 268 mm. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu – and yet one of the best months here.
Palu in November37December30° · Sea 29° · 4.3 h
In December, Palu is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 226 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palu – and yet one of the best months here.
Palu in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Palu
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in August (24°), the warmest in April (25°). 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 | 37 | 30° | 24° | 29.0° | 4.0 h | 25 | 239 |
| FebruaryFeb | 37 | 30° | 24° | 28.9° | 4.1 h | 23 | 201 |
| MarchMar | 34 | 30° | 25° | 29.1° | 4.3 h | 24 | 214 |
| AprilApr | 32 | 31° | 25° | 29.4° | 4.7 h | 24 | 224 |
| MayMay | 31 | 31° | 25° | 29.7° | 5.0 h | 26 | 277 |
| JuneJun | 34 | 31° | 24° | 29.6° | 4.9 h | 25 | 292 |
| JulyJul | 35 | 31° | 24° | 29.3° | 5.1 h | 23 | 259 |
| AugustAug | 36 | 31° | 24° | 29.3° | 5.6 h | 24 | 226 |
| SeptemberSep | 35 | 31° | 24° | 29.5° | 5.7 h | 24 | 239 |
| OctoberOct | 34 | 31° | 24° | 29.6° | 5.1 h | 26 | 260 |
| NovemberNov | 36 | 30° | 24° | 29.6° | 4.5 h | 27 | 268 |
| DecemberDec | 37 | 30° | 24° | 29.3° | 4.3 h | 24 | 226 |
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 Palu
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 29.2 – 29.9 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Palu ranges from 28.9 °C in February to 29.7 °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 29.3 and 30.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 29.0° | 28.4° | 29.5° | very warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.9° | 28.0° | 29.4° | warm |
| MarchMar | 29.1° | 28.6° | 29.6° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 29.4° | 28.9° | 29.8° | very warm |
| MayMay | 29.7° | 29.3° | 30.1° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.6° | 29.2° | 29.9° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.3° | 29.0° | 29.7° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.3° | 28.8° | 29.6° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.5° | 29.2° | 29.8° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.6° | 29.2° | 29.9° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.6° | 29.2° | 29.9° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 29.3° | 28.8° | 29.8° | very warm |
Sunshine hours in Palu
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 5.1 of 12.1 hours of daylight in Palu, 42 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Palu: 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, Palu has about 26 rainy days with 260 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Palu
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 Palu
How breezy and how cloudy Palu 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 Palu 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 83 % of the sky over Palu: mostly overcast, with about 5.1 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 Palu
How often the day gets hot in Palu (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, Palu has about 24 hot days, with an average daytime high of 31 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
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 Palu
Weather for your travel dates
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Palu 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.
Palu has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 37) and its weakest during May half-term (score 32).
- 33
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 32
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 36
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 34
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 37
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
PoorBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.2 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 15 h 5 min
- Distance
- 12,130 km
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Jet lag
- About 7 days (7 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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Palu vs Samarinda
In October Palu has the better holiday weather (score 34 vs 21). During the day Samarinda is 1 °C warmer than Palu. Samarinda gets 2 fewer hours of sunshine a day.
| in October | Palu | Samarinda |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 34 | 21 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 32° |
| Sea | 30° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 3 h |
| Rainy days | 26 | 25 |
| Best time | All year except May | Jun – Aug, Nov – Mar |
Through the year
Indonesia in October: the best places
In October, Palu ranks 19 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Komodo Island30°28°99
- 2Maumere32°29°88
- 3Gili Trawangan31°29°81
- 4Senggigi32°29°79
- 5Gili Air32°29°76
- 6Sanur29°28°76
- 7Kuta29°27°76
- 8Nusa Dua29°27°76
- 19PaluThis page31°30°34
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Frequently asked questions about Palu
When is the best time to visit Palu?
The best time to visit Palu is all year round except in May. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Palu?
The sea temperature in Palu ranges from 28.9 °C in February to 29.7 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Palu in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Palu?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in Palu?
The wettest month is June with 292 mm of precipitation. The driest month is February with 201 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Palu get?
Palu gets around 1,750 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is September with 5.7 hours a day; in January there are 4.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Palu in?
Palu is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Palu?
A nonstop flight from London to Palu takes about 15 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 12,130 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Palu?
Palu has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 37) and its weakest during May half-term (score 32). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 33, May half-term 32, summer holidays 36, October half-term 34, Christmas holidays 37.