Sulawesi

Sulawesi, Indonesia
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Climate & Best time to visit Sulawesi

Climate in Indonesia:

Number of rainy days:

J Jan
F Feb
M Mar
A Apr
M May
J Jun
J Jul
A Aug
S Sep
O Oct
N Nov
D Dec
18
18
14
12
8
6
5
3
4
7
10
13

Best time to visit Sulawesi:

Northern and Western Regions (Manado, Gorontalo):

  • Wet Season (November to April): These areas experience a wet season with heavy rainfall and high humidity. Monsoonal rains are common during this period. Daytime temperatures range from 25-30°C (77-86°F).
  • Dry Season (May to October): The dry season brings lower humidity and reduced rainfall. Days are generally sunny, with less precipitation. Daytime temperatures range between 27-32°C (81-90°F).

Central Regions (Palu, Poso):

  • Climate Pattern: Central Sulawesi experiences a transitional climate, influenced by both wet and dry seasons, with rainfall throughout the year.
  • Temperature: Daytime temperatures typically range from 25-30°C (77-86°F) throughout the year.

Southern Regions (Makassar, Tana Toraja):

  • Wet Season (November to April): Similar to the northern regions, the south experiences heavy rainfall during the wet season. Daytime temperatures range from 25-30°C (77-86°F).
  • Dry Season (May to October): The dry season brings reduced humidity and less rainfall. Days are generally sunny, with daytime temperatures between 27-32°C (81-90°F).

Money & Prices

Currency in Indonesia:

Indonesian rupiah (IDR)

How expensive is a trip to Sulawesi?

Eating out:
Simple meal:
1.96 USD
Fast food meal:
3.46 USD
Mid-range meal:
7.42 USD
Bottle of water:
0.32 USD
Soft drink:
0.59 USD
Cappuccino:
2.12 USD
Local Beer:
2.83 USD
Transportation:
Public transport - one way ticket:
0.35 USD
Taxi - 1km:
0.46 USD
Accommodation:
Refer to the Hotels section for the most up-to-date accommodation prices.
* Prices are approximate. Make sure to check the latest exchange rates when planning your trip.

Hotels

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General information

Indonesia general information:

Electricity:
Voltage: 230 V, Frequency: 50 Hz
Sockets:
  • Type C (European 2-pin)
  • Type F (German 2-pin, side clip earth)

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