Sulawesi in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather on the island of Sulawesi in january 2025
Below, find the the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in Sulawesi. These predictions are probabilities for january from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in january in Makassar
tolerable weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
81°F
Partly Cloudy
40% of time
26%
17%
15%
Weather at 12pm
86°F
Heavy rain
29% of time
27%
26%
18%
Weather at 6pm
81°F
Moderate rain at times
30% of time
27%
25%
17%
Weather at 3am
79°F
40%
23%
22%
15%
Where to go on the island of Sulawesi in january?
Where to go on the island of Sulawesi in january: destination map
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Where to go in each region in january?
| Central Sulawesi (Palu, Togian Islands, Luwuk...) | 83°F to 88°F | 13 à 28 days | 85°F to 86°F | tolerable weather* |
| North Sulawesi (Manado, Bunaken Island, Bitung...) | 85°F to 90°F | 11 à 20 days | 85°F to 86°F | tolerable weather* |
| South Sulawesi (Makassar, Parepare, Selayar...) | 86°F to 92°F | 9 à 22 days | 85°F to 86°F | tolerable weather* |
| Southeast Sulawesi (Kendari, Wakatobi Regency, Buton...) | 86°F to 88°F | 20 à 24 days | 86°F | bad weather |
| West Sulawesi (Polewali, Mamasa, Pedongga...) | 85°F to 88°F | 7 à 22 days | 85°F to 86°F | tolerable weather* |
Where should you go on the island of Sulawesi in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate on the island of Sulawesi in january ranges from good to bad depending on the region and city.
You are lucky: Although it is not perfect the weather in Sulawesi that month is, on average, quite good in Sengkang. I allows to appreciate tour in this place. And even why not take a little time to sunbathe!
If you do not go to spend your time in a lounger by the pool, but, for example for hiking, the cities of Lembeh, Makassar, Bitung, Polewali, Bunaken Island, Luwuk, Selayar, Gorontalo, Parepare, Palopo, Ampana, Manado, Wakatobi Regency, Tondano, Tomohon, Togian Islands, Palu, Mamuju, Bulukumba, Buton, Sangihe Islands, Mamasa and Enrekang have a just ok weather for this kind of activity in january. Eventually, avoid going because the climate is pretty bad.
Climate on the island of Sulawesi in january
Climate in Makassar in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 81°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate is burning in that area in the month of january. With 14.8in over 13 days, the weather is rather to rain during your stay. Consider to pack clothes for rain.
With a correct climate, the month of january is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this locality.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 14.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 13 day(s) (42%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 45% | ||
| Length of day | 12:23 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Manado in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 76°F (for an average temperature of 81°F). The climate is very warm around this city in this month. With 11.6in over 15 days, you will experience some showers during your journey. But this is reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, january is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this locality in Indonesia.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 11.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 15 day(s) (47%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 47% | ||
| Length of day | 12:03 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Kendari in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 81°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate is very warm here in the month of january. With 15.5in over 24 days, rainfall can happen during your journey. But this is rather reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 86°F | ||
| Rainfall | 15.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 24 day(s) (77%) | ||
| Humidity | 85% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 48% | ||
| Length of day | 12:19 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Ampana in january
In january, the mean temperature in Ampana is 81°F (maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 77°F). The climate is very warm in this location in january. With 11.6in over 19 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your holidays. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, january is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in Ampana.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Rainfall | 11.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 19 day(s) (60%) | ||
| Humidity | 85% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 45% | ||
| Length of day | 12:10 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Bangkir in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Bangkir is 83°F (maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 79°F). The climate is quite good in that locality in this month. With 13.7in over 20 days, you will suffer the rain for your vacations. Consider to bring adapted clothes.
With a correct climate, the month of january is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this city in Sulawesi.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 13.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 20 day(s) (65%) | ||
| Humidity | 85% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 45% | ||
| Length of day | 12:05 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities on the island of Sulawesi in january
| Makassar in january | tolerable weather |
| Manado in january | tolerable weather |
| Kendari in january | bad weather |
| Ampana in january | tolerable weather |
| Bangkir in january | tolerable weather |
| Bitung in january | tolerable weather |
| Buton in january | bad weather |
| Bunaken Island in january | tolerable weather |
| Sangihe Islands in january | tolerable weather |
| Togian Islands in january | tolerable weather |
| Wakatobi Regency in january | bad weather |
| Kabaena in january | bad weather |
| Kabawo in january | tolerable weather |
| Kolaka in january | bad weather |
| Lembeh in january | tolerable weather |
| Lolak in january | good weather |
| Luwuk in january | tolerable weather |
| Mamasa in january | tolerable weather |
| Nuangan in january | tolerable weather |
| Palopo in january | bad weather |
| Palu in january | bad weather |
Weather data for Sulawesi in january:
Weather data for Sulawesi in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 on the island of Sulawesi. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather on the island of Sulawesi can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Sulawesi (Celebes).