Medan Weather in January
Indonesia · January climate averages and travel tips
Avg high29°C (83°F)
Avg low23°C (74°F)
Rainfall155 mm (6.1 in)
RatingPoor 2.2/10
Expect hot days in Medan in January: the average high is 29°C (83°F) and the average low is 23°C (74°F). The month is wet, with about 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain spread over 22 days. Humidity averages 88%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 11.8 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is January a good time to visit Medan?
Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Medan. The weather rates poor (2.2/10) on our comfort score.
January weather at a glance
| Average high | 29°C (83°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 23°C (74°F) |
| Daily mean | 26°C (78°F) |
| Rainfall | 155 mm (6.1 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 22 |
| Humidity | 88% |
| Cloud cover | 88% |
| Daylight | 11.8 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 1.6 hours/day |
| Wind | 4.7 km/h |
| vs December | About as warm as December, with 113 mm less rain. |
What to pack for Medan in January
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Medan weather in other months
Jan29°C / 23°C155 mmPoorFeb29°C / 23°C93 mmPoorMar30°C / 24°C138 mmPoorApr30°C / 24°C122 mmPoorMay30°C / 25°C182 mmPoorJun30°C / 24°C131 mmPoorJul30°C / 24°C151 mmPoorAug30°C / 24°C198 mmPoorSep30°C / 24°C233 mmPoorOct29°C / 24°C278 mmPoorNov29°C / 24°C244 mmPoorDec28°C / 24°C268 mmPoor
← DecemberBest time to visit MedanFebruary →
Better weather in January nearby
- Dubai23°C · 21 mm · Excellent
- Jaipur23°C · 10 mm · Excellent
- Abu Dhabi23°C · 14 mm · Excellent
- Agra23°C · 15 mm · Excellent
- Varanasi25°C · 11 mm · Excellent
- Muscat26°C · 19 mm · Excellent
Nearby in January
- George Town30°C · 120 mm
- Kuala Lumpur29°C · 220 mm
- Malacca29°C · 164 mm
- Pekanbaru29°C · 224 mm
- Phuket28°C · 84 mm
- Krabi28°C · 93 mm
Where else is good in January? See where to go in January.