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Exploring Sawahlunto

The city of Sawahlunto has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around Sawahlunto include:

• Pagaruyung Palace
• Lake Singkarak
• Ombilin Coal Mining Heritage of Sawahlunto
• Istano Silinduang Bulan
• Mesjid Tuo Belimbing

When is the Best Time to Explore Sawahlunto?

If you're curious when is the best time of year to explore Sawahlunto, you may find this information about seasonal weather helpful when planning your trip. The warmest months in Sawahlunto are typically May and July, whereas the coldest months are usually July and June. The months with the most rain are November and April, whereas July and June have the least.

Here's a rundown on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 28°C and at night it is 20°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 918 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 30°C during the day and 20°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 866 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 29°C and the night-time average is 19°C. Average precipitation for this season is 657 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 29°C and 20°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 1119 mm.
• The annual rainfall average in Sawahlunto is 3560 mm.