The best times to visit Watampone for ideal weather are
July 16th to September 30th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
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Weather in Watampone
Temperature
Average temperatures in Watampone vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 11th 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 Watampone, the hottest months are October, September, and then May. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid October where highs are regularly around 95.1°F (35.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.6°F (22.6°C) at night.
Watampone Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Watampone 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.
Watampone Perceived Temperature (F)
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Watampone Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Watampone 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) |
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Jan | 86.7 | 79.5 | 74.4 |
Feb | 88 | 79.9 | 74.1 |
Mar | 89.1 | 80.6 | 74.2 |
Apr | 90.4 | 81.2 | 74.5 |
May | 91.2 | 81.7 | 74.5 |
Jun | 90.6 | 81 | 73.1 |
Jul | 90.6 | 80.2 | 71 |
Aug | 92.3 | 81.2 | 70.2 |
Sep | 93.8 | 82.3 | 70.4 |
Oct | 94.2 | 82.7 | 72.3 |
Nov | 91.6 | 81.7 | 74.3 |
Dec | 88.1 | 80.1 | 74.8 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 30.4 | 26.4 | 23.6 |
Feb | 31.1 | 26.6 | 23.4 |
Mar | 31.7 | 27 | 23.4 |
Apr | 32.4 | 27.3 | 23.6 |
May | 32.9 | 27.6 | 23.6 |
Jun | 32.6 | 27.2 | 22.8 |
Jul | 32.6 | 26.8 | 21.7 |
Aug | 33.5 | 27.3 | 21.2 |
Sep | 34.3 | 27.9 | 21.3 |
Oct | 34.6 | 28.2 | 22.4 |
Nov | 33.1 | 27.6 | 23.5 |
Dec | 31.2 | 26.7 | 23.8 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Watampone are August, September, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late August to early September. For example, on the week of August 27th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early January with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of January 1st.
When can you find snow in Watampone? 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 Watampone.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Watampone (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) |
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Jan | 68% | 0 | 21.3 |
Feb | 54% | 0 | 14.6 |
Mar | 36% | 0 | 9.3 |
Apr | 38% | 0 | 7.4 |
May | 24% | 0 | 5.1 |
Jun | 16% | 0 | 3 |
Jul | 12% | 0 | 1.8 |
Aug | 5% | 0 | 0.6 |
Sep | 8% | 0 | 1.9 |
Oct | 19% | 0 | 3.7 |
Nov | 41% | 0 | 9.5 |
Dec | 63% | 0 | 20.4 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 68 | 0 | 54.1 |
Feb | 54 | 0 | 37.1 |
Mar | 36 | 0 | 23.6 |
Apr | 38 | 0 | 18.8 |
May | 24 | 0 | 13 |
Jun | 16 | 0 | 7.6 |
Jul | 12 | 0 | 4.6 |
Aug | 5 | 0 | 1.5 |
Sep | 8 | 0 | 4.8 |
Oct | 19 | 0 | 9.4 |
Nov | 41 | 0 | 24.1 |
Dec | 63 | 0 | 51.8 |
Humidity and Wind
Watampone has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is September (57.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (88%).
Wind in Watampone is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is September, followed by October and August. September’s average wind speed of around 4.2 knots (4.9 MPH or 7.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 11.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Watampone.
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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 | 4 | Light breeze | 11.1 | Significant breeze |
Feb | 3.7 | Barely noticeable | 10 | Gentle breeze |
Mar | 3.6 | Barely noticeable | 9.5 | Significant breeze |
Apr | 3.4 | Barely noticeable | 9.1 | Gentle breeze |
May | 3.2 | Barely noticeable | 8.6 | Significant breeze |
Jun | 3.1 | Barely noticeable | 7.8 | Gentle breeze |
Jul | 3.4 | Barely noticeable | 8.4 | Significant breeze |
Aug | 4 | Light breeze | 10 | Gentle breeze |
Sep | 4.2 | Light breeze | 11.2 | Significant breeze |
Oct | 4.1 | Light breeze | 11.5 | Significant breeze |
Nov | 3.7 | Barely noticeable | 10.7 | Significant breeze |
Dec | 3.8 | Barely noticeable | 10.1 | Gentle breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 88% |
Feb | 85.6% |
Mar | 83.3% |
Apr | 82.5% |
May | 80.4% |
Jun | 78.3% |
Jul | 72.7% |
Aug | 60.9% |
Sep | 57.3% |
Oct | 65.1% |
Nov | 79% |
Dec | 87.2% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Watampone?
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 Watampone, Indonesia is May, followed by August and July. 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 Watampone in December. 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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Overall Watampone Travel Experience by Season
Fall (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 91.6°F (33.1°C) and 88.4°F (31.3°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 11 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.
Winter (June through August)
The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 1 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Watampone, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.
Spring (September through November)
Spring daily highs range from 95.1°F (35.1°C) and 90.2°F (32.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 2 to 12 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.
Summer (December through February)
Weather is perfect this time of year in Watampone to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 89.1°F (31.7°C) and 86.3°F (30.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a very great amount: 15 to 21 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.
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