Sulawesi in august: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather on the island of Sulawesi in august 2025
In this section, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of august for most popular cities in Sulawesi. These predictions are statistics for august from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in august in Makassar
good weather UV index: 8
Weather at 6am
81°F
Clear/Sunny
72% of time
27%
2%
1%
Weather at 12pm
90°F
Clear/Sunny
54% of time
39%
5%
2%
Weather at 6pm
81°F
Clear/Sunny
73% of time
20%
6%
3%
Weather at 3am
76°F
68%
28%
2%
2%
Where to go on the island of Sulawesi in august?
Where to go on the island of Sulawesi in august: destination map
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Where to go in each region in august?
| Central Sulawesi (Palu, Togian Islands, Luwuk...) | 79°F to 88°F | 10 à 24 days | 85°F to 86°F | tolerable weather* |
| North Sulawesi (Manado, Bitung, Bunaken Island...) | 85°F to 88°F | 5 à 13 days | 85°F | good weather* |
| South Sulawesi (Makassar, Parepare, Selayar...) | 86°F to 90°F | 1 à 11 days | 83°F to 85°F | good weather* |
| Southeast Sulawesi (Kendari, Wakatobi Regency, Buton...) | 83°F to 85°F | 3 à 8 days | 83°F to 85°F | perfect weather* |
| West Sulawesi (Polewali, Mamasa, Pedongga...) | 85°F to 88°F | 7 à 24 days | 85°F to 86°F | good weather* |
Where should you go on the island of Sulawesi in august when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate on the island of Sulawesi in august ranges from perfect to bad depending on the region and city.
It is not ideal 100%, but the weather in Sulawesi that month is, on average, good in Sengkang, Lembeh, Bitung, Parepare, Palopo, Wakatobi Regency and Buton. I allows to enjoy vacation in these locations. And even why not take a little time to lazing in the sun!
If you do not go to spend your time in a lounger by the pool, but, for example for hiking, the cities of Makassar, Polewali, Luwuk, Selayar, Gorontalo, Ampana, Manado, Togian Islands, Mamuju, Kendari, Bulukumba, Sangihe Islands, Mamasa and Enrekang have a quite correct weather for it in august. Eventually, we advise you to avoid you get in the cities of Bunaken Island, Tondano, Tomohon and Palu in august because the climate is bad.
Climate on the island of Sulawesi in august
Climate in Makassar in august
In the month of august, the mean temperature in Makassar is 85°F (maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is very hot there in the month of august. With 1in over 1 days, the rain will not be a problem during your stay.
With a correct weather, the month of august is okay (but not good month) for traveling in that area in Indonesia.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 90°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 82°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (4%) | ||
| Humidity | 74% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 17% | ||
| Length of day | 11:57 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Manado in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 77°F (for an average temperature of 83°F). The climate is very warm around this city in the month of august. With 7in over 10 days, rain may occur throughout your journey. But this is reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a correct weather, the month of august is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in Manado in Indonesia.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 84°F | ||
| Rainfall | 7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 10 day(s) (33%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 33% | ||
| Length of day | 12:09 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Kendari in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 79°F (for an average temperature of 81°F). The climate is quite good here in this month. With 5.5in over 8 days, rain may occur during your vacations. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, august is okay (but not good month) for traveling in this city.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 82°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (27%) | ||
| Humidity | 83% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 47% | ||
| Length of day | 11:59 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Ampana in august
In the month of august, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 77°F (for an average temperature of 81°F). The climate is very warm there in this month. With 9.6in over 17 days, rain may occur during your trip. But this is pretty reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, august is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this locality.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Rainfall | 9.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 17 day(s) (56%) | ||
| Humidity | 85% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 37% | ||
| Length of day | 12:05 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Bangkir in august
In august, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 81°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate is quite comfortable in that area in this month. With 16in over 22 days, rain is to be feared during your stay. Remember to bring Rain coats.
With a correct weather, the month of august is okay (but not good month) for traveling there in Sulawesi.
| August | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 86°F | ||
| Rainfall | 16in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 22 day(s) (71%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 36% | ||
| Length of day | 12:08 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
All cities on the island of Sulawesi in august
| Makassar in august | good weather |
| Manado in august | good weather |
| Kendari in august | good weather |
| Ampana in august | tolerable weather |
| Bangkir in august | bad weather |
| Bitung in august | good weather |
| Buton in august | perfect weather |
| Bunaken Island in august | good weather |
| Sangihe Islands in august | tolerable weather |
| Togian Islands in august | good weather |
| Wakatobi Regency in august | perfect weather |
| Kabaena in august | perfect weather |
| Kabawo in august | tolerable weather |
| Kolaka in august | good weather |
| Lembeh in august | good weather |
| Lolak in august | good weather |
| Luwuk in august | good weather |
| Mamasa in august | good weather |
| Nuangan in august | good weather |
| Palopo in august | good weather |
| Palu in august | bad weather |
| Parepare in august | perfect weather |
| Pedongga in august | bad weather |
| Pindolo (Poso Lake) in august | tolerable weather |
| Polewali in august | good weather |
| Selayar in august | good weather |
| Sengkang in august | good weather |
| Tana Toraja in august | good weather |
| Tolitoli in august | bad weather |
| Tomohon in august | good weather |
| Tondano in august | good weather |
| Wakatobi National Park in august | perfect weather |
| Wawoni in august | good weather |
| Bulukumba in august | good weather |
| Enrekang in august | good weather |
| Gorontalo in august | good weather |
| Mamuju in august | good weather |
Weather data for Sulawesi in august:
Weather data for Sulawesi in august 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).