Monthly climate guide
Makassar weather in October
Expect very hot weather in Makassar in October: afternoons reach about 32°C (90°F), while nights drop to around 26°C (79°F). Around 63 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as September and about the same as November.
What stands out in October
- Rain is well below Makassar's usual level (around 59% less).
- Just 470 km apart, but Makassar runs about 5°C warmer than Palu this month.
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Makassar.
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 26°C — air-conditioning helps.
October is typically Makassar's warmest month.
Avg high
32°C
90°F
Avg low
26°C
79°F
Rainfall
63 mm
some rain
Humidity
69%
relative
Sky
49%
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 October
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is October 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 October
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Makassar in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Makassar?
It can be, if you like heat: October highs in Makassar are around 32°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Makassar in October?
Average highs are about 32°C (90°F) and average lows about 26°C (79°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Makassar in October?
Makassar typically gets around 63 mm of rain in October — some rain.
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.