Sumatra in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather on the island of Sumatra in january 2025
Below, check out the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in Sumatra. These datas are statistics for the month of january from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in january in Medan
tolerable weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
76°F
Moderate rain at times
41% of time
26%
23%
5%
Weather at 12pm
90°F
Partly Cloudy
47% of time
29%
18%
6%
Weather at 6pm
79°F
Moderate rain at times
35% of time
23%
21%
18%
Weather at 3am
76°F
42%
24%
20%
8%
Where to go on the island of Sumatra in january?
Where to go on the island of Sumatra in january: destination map
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Where to go in each region in january?
| Bangka-Belitung Islands (Pulau Bangka, Pulau Belitung...) | 85°F to 86°F | 20 à 23 days | 85°F | tolerable weather* |
| Central of Sumatra (Padang City, Dumai, Bukittinggi...) | 83°F to 90°F | 12 à 24 days | 85°F to 86°F | tolerable weather* |
| North of Sumatra (Medan, Banda Aceh, Pematangsiantar...) | 77°F to 90°F | 12 à 27 days | 85°F to 86°F | tolerable weather* |
| Riau Islands (Batam, Tanjungpinang...) | 86°F | 13 days | 83°F | tolerable weather |
| South of Sumatra (Palembang, Bengkulu, Bandar Lampung...) | 86°F to 90°F | 13 à 25 days | 85°F to 86°F | bad weather* |
Where should you go on the island of Sumatra in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate on the island of Sumatra in january ranges from tolerable to very bad depending on the region and city.
Although it is not perfect the weather in Sumatra in january should be pretty good in Banda Aceh and Sigli. I allows to savor tours in these places. And even why not take a little time to take a nap at the pool under the sun!
If you do not go to spend your time in a lounger by the pool, but, for example to go sightseeing, the cities of Langsa, Tanjungpinang, Tebingtinggi, Gunung Leuser National Park, Simpang, Kisaran, Batam, Bukit Lawang, Dumai, Jambi City, Samosir, Sibolga, Padangsidempuan, Pematangsiantar, Parapat, Padang City, Lhokseumawe, Pekanbaru, Medan, Bengkulu, Gunungsitoli (Pulau Nias) and Takengon have a quite correct weather for it in january. Eventually, it is not advisable to travel in the cities of Palembang, Lac Maninjau, Bandar Lampung, lake Toba, Berastagi, Metro, Bukittinggi, Payakumbuh and Pariaman in january because the climate is bad.
Climate on the island of Sumatra in january
Climate in Medan in january
In january, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 76°F (for an average temperature of 83°F). The climate is very warm in this city in this month. With 7.2in over 13 days, you will experience some showers during your stay. But this is rather reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a correct weather, the month of january is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this locality.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 90°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Rainfall | 7.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 13 day(s) (43%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 39% | ||
| Length of day | 11:57 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Palembang in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Palembang is 83°F (maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 77°F). The climate is very warm in that locality in january. With 9.3in over 15 days, rain is to be feared during your stay. Consider to bring Rain coats.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 90°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Rainfall | 9.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 15 day(s) (49%) | ||
| Humidity | 93% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 54% | ||
| Length of day | 12:16 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Banda Aceh in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 74°F (for an average temperature of 81°F). The climate is burning in that area in january. With 8.8in over 12 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your journey. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a good weather, the month of january is a good time to go there in Indonesia.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 84°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 12 day(s) (40%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 39% | ||
| Length of day | 11:50 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Bandar Lampung in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Bandar Lampung is 83°F (maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 76°F). The climate is very warm in that locality in this month. With 17.3in over 23 days, rain is to be feared throughout your vacations. Consider to bring Rain coats.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 84°F | ||
| Rainfall | 17.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 23 day(s) (75%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 51% | ||
| Length of day | 12:24 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Bengkulu in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 77°F (for an average temperature of 83°F). The climate is burning in that locality in this month. With 10.9in over 13 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your trip. But this is moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct climate, january is okay (but not good month) for traveling in this locality in Indonesia.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 10.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 13 day(s) (41%) | ||
| Humidity | 82% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 42% | ||
| Length of day | 12:19 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities on the island of Sumatra in january
| Medan in january | tolerable weather |
| Palembang in january | tolerable weather |
| Banda Aceh in january | good weather |
| Bandar Lampung in january | bad weather |
| Bengkulu in january | tolerable weather |
| Bukittinggi in january | tolerable weather |
| Dumai in january | good weather |
| Gunungsitoli (Pulau Nias) in january | tolerable weather |
| Jambi City in january | tolerable weather |
| Padang City in january | very bad weather |
| Pematangsiantar in january | bad weather |
| Batam in january | tolerable weather |
| Berastagi in january | very bad weather |
| Way Kambas National Park in january | bad weather |
| Bukit Lawang in january | tolerable weather |
| Bukit Tigapuluh National Park in january | tolerable weather |
| Calang in january | tolerable weather |
| Kerinci Seblat National Park in january | tolerable weather |
| Lac Maninjau in january | tolerable weather |
| Lake Toba (Danau Toba) in january | very bad weather |
| Parapat in january | bad weather |
| Gunung Leuser National Park in january | tolerable weather |
| Payakumbuh in january | very bad weather |
| Pulau Bangka in january | bad weather |
| Pulau Belitung in january | tolerable weather |
| Pulau Rupat in january | good weather |
| Pulau Siberut in january | very bad weather |
Weather data for Sumatra in january:
Weather data for Sumatra in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 on the island of Sumatra. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather on the island of Sumatra 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 Sumatra.