Monthly climate guide
Makassar weather in August
With highs near 31°C (87°F) and lows around 25°C (76°F), August feels hot in Makassar. Rainfall averages about 14 mm (very dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as July and about the same as September.
What stands out in August
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 25°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Humidity near 73% makes 31°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Rain is well below Makassar's usual level (around 91% less).
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Makassar.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
31°C
87°F
Avg low
25°C
76°F
Rainfall
14 mm
very dry
Humidity
73%
relative
Sky
35%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Makassar weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 83°F | 26°C / 79°F | 352 mm | 85% | 91% |
| February | 28°C / 83°F | 26°C / 78°F | 238 mm | 84% | 89% |
| March | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 254 mm | 83% | 84% |
| April | 30°C / 85°F | 26°C / 79°F | 174 mm | 80% | 76% |
| May | 30°C / 86°F | 26°C / 79°F | 88 mm | 80% | 66% |
| June | 30°C / 85°F | 26°C / 78°F | 78 mm | 80% | 63% |
| July | 30°C / 85°F | 25°C / 77°F | 34 mm | 77% | 53% |
| August | 31°C / 87°F | 25°C / 76°F | 14 mm | 73% | 35% |
| September | 32°C / 89°F | 25°C / 77°F | 21 mm | 69% | 39% |
| October | 32°C / 90°F | 26°C / 79°F | 63 mm | 69% | 49% |
| November | 31°C / 88°F | 27°C / 80°F | 139 mm | 75% | 72% |
| December | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 385 mm | 83% | 92% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses
Is August a good time to visit Makassar?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Makassar →Other Indonesia cities in August
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Makassar in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Makassar?
Yes. August is one of the best months for Makassar, with highs around 31°C and about 14 mm of rain.
How warm is Makassar in August?
Average highs are about 31°C (87°F) and average lows about 25°C (76°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Makassar in August?
Makassar typically gets around 14 mm of rain in August — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Makassar (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.