Temperature
Hot by day, warm at night.
89°Ftypical Aug high
Pekanbaru
Indonesia · Southeast Asia
Pekanbaru is most comfortable around January, February, June, and July, its relatively drier stretch in a hot, humid climate.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
74°F to 90°F
Rain
24 days/mo
Sunshine
8.7 h/day
Humidity feel
Humid year-round
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Lower rainfall than in most months here, though showers remain frequent.
71%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
9.5 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot days with humid air through much of the month.
52%Aug share of very humid air hours
Humid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 87° and nights feel near 93°.
WarmHotSwelteringNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Mostly cloudy skies.
19%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 78°F, easing to about 76°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning86°F
Feels 96°F
Rain41%
Cloud82%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityModerate
Midday81°F
Feels 91°F
Rain29%
Cloud80%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
Late afternoon78°F
Feels 87°F
Rain24%
Cloud79%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
evening76°F
Feels 84°F
Rain27%
Cloud84%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
3 mphAug Calm
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jul 27, 2026
Data & methodology