The best times to visit Belawan for ideal weather are

January 22nd to February 25th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Belawan Travel Info

Weather in Belawan

Temperature

Average temperatures in Belawan vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 8th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Belawan, the hottest months are June, May, and then April. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid June where highs are regularly around 90°F (32.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 77.6°F (25.3°C) at night.

Belawan Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Belawan Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Belawan Perceived Temperature (F)

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Belawan Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Belawan Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 86.6 81 75.4
Feb 87.7 82 75.9
Mar 88.7 82.7 76.5
Apr 89.1 83.1 76.8
May 89.3 83.4 77.1
Jun 89.6 83.6 77.2
Jul 88.8 82.7 76.4
Aug 87.9 81.9 75.9
Sep 87.5 81.7 75.6
Oct 87.1 81.4 75.7
Nov 86.7 81.1 75.7
Dec 85.9 80.8 75.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.3 27.2 24.1
Feb 30.9 27.8 24.4
Mar 31.5 28.2 24.7
Apr 31.7 28.4 24.9
May 31.8 28.6 25.1
Jun 32 28.7 25.1
Jul 31.6 28.2 24.7
Aug 31.1 27.7 24.4
Sep 30.8 27.6 24.2
Oct 30.6 27.4 24.3
Nov 30.4 27.3 24.3
Dec 29.9 27.1 24.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Belawan are February, March, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early February. For example, on the week of February 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late September with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of September 24th.

When can you find snow in Belawan? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Belawan.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Belawan (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 17% 0 3.5
Feb 8% 0 1.4
Mar 12% 0 3.2
Apr 15% 0 3.4
May 21% 0 7
Jun 15% 0 3.5
Jul 21% 0 5.7
Aug 26% 0 7.9
Sep 30% 0 7.9
Oct 36% 0 8.6
Nov 28% 0 6.3
Dec 24% 0 6.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 17 0 8.9
Feb 8 0 3.6
Mar 12 0 8.1
Apr 15 0 8.6
May 21 0 17.8
Jun 15 0 8.9
Jul 21 0 14.5
Aug 26 0 20.1
Sep 30 0 20.1
Oct 36 0 21.8
Nov 28 0 16
Dec 24 0 16.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Belawan has some very humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is June (72.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (79.2%).

Wind in Belawan is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is February, followed by May and March. February’s average wind speed of around 3.6 knots (4.2 MPH or 6.7 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid August where average top sustained speeds reach 11.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Belawan.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.8 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.6 Barely noticeable 10 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.8 Gentle breeze
May 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.9 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.3 Barely noticeable 8.8 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.7 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.2 Barely noticeable 9.6 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.3 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
Oct 3 Barely noticeable 9 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.7 Barely noticeable 8 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.7 Barely noticeable 7.9 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 76.2%
Feb 73.8%
Mar 73.5%
Apr 74.2%
May 74.6%
Jun 72.7%
Jul 74%
Aug 75.8%
Sep 76.3%
Oct 77.4%
Nov 78.7%
Dec 79.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Belawan?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Indonesia; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Belawan, Indonesia is July, followed by October and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Belawan in September. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 18.4 in September means 18.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Belawan Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 90°F (32.2°C) and 88.1°F (31.2°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 4 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Belawan, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 87.8°F (31°C) and 86.1°F (30.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 8 to 11 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Belawan to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 88.1°F (31.2°C) and 85.7°F (29.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 2 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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