City in North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Manado weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Manado
Jun–Oct is driest with the calmest seas and best diving; Jul–Aug is busiest. Dec–Feb brings heavy rain and rough crossings; Bunaken water is clearest Apr–Nov.
Manado weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan28°281 mm
- Feb28°210 mm
- Mar28°197 mm
- Apr29°197 mm
- May29°208 mm
- Jun29°202 mm
- Jul28°160 mm
- Aug28°89 mm
- Sep29°95 mm
- Oct30°136 mm
- Nov29°208 mm
- Dec29°225 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C83°F | 26°C80°F | 281 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| February | 28°C83°F | 26°C79°F | 210 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| March | 28°C83°F | 26°C80°F | 197 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| April | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 197 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| May | 29°C84°F | 27°C81°F | 208 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| June | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 202 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| July | 28°C83°F | 26°C79°F | 160 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| August | 28°C83°F | 26°C78°F | 89 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| September | 29°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 95 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| October | 30°C85°F | 27°C80°F | 136 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| November | 29°C85°F | 27°C81°F | 208 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| December | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 225 mm | 84% | Rainy |
Best months across Indonesia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Bali | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Ubud | May–Sep | Nov (30°C) |
| Canggu | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Jakarta | Jun–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Seminyak | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Uluwatu | May–Sep | Apr (28°C) |
| Yogyakarta | May–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Gili Islands | May–Oct | Oct (32°C) |
| Nusa Penida | May–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Kuta | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Lombok | May–Sep | Oct (32°C) |
| Labuan Bajo | Apr–Oct | Oct (32°C) |
| Nusa Dua | May–Sep | Apr (29°C) |
| Sanur | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Raja Ampat | Oct–Apr | Nov (29°C) |
| Mount Bromo | May–Sep | Oct (27°C) |
| Bandung | May–Sep | Oct (28°C) |
| Nusa Lembongan | May–Oct | Oct (30°C) |
| Lake Toba | May–Sep | Apr (26°C) |
| Kuta Lombok | May–Oct | Nov (30°C) |
| Amed | May–Oct | Oct (30°C) |
| Batam | May–Sep | May (30°C) |
| Bintan | May–Sep | May (29°C) |
| Malang | May–Sep | Oct (32°C) |
| Bukit Lawang | Mar–Aug | Apr (30°C) |
| Medan | Feb–Mar, Jun–Aug | May (30°C) |
| Surabaya | May–Oct | Oct (36°C) |
| Manado | May–Oct | Oct (30°C) |
| Tana Toraja | Jun–Sep | Oct (26°C) |
| Jimbaran | May–Sep | Apr (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Manado?
May–Oct. Jun–Oct is driest with the calmest seas and best diving; Jul–Aug is busiest. Dec–Feb brings heavy rain and rough crossings; Bunaken water is clearest Apr–Nov.
When is the rainy season in Manado?
Rain peaks in January with about 281 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Nov–Jul.
What is the hottest month in Manado?
October, with average highs of 30°C (85°F).
How cold does Manado get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 26°C (78°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Wonderful Indonesia (Ministry of Tourism)
- InJourney Airports (Indonesian airports)
- Siloam Hospitals
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.