High humidity (98%) combined with the heat means it will feel more uncomfortable than the air temperature alone suggests — stay hydrated if you're active outside.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Medan?

The hottest month in Medan is typically July, with daytime highs averaging around 30.9°C (88°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 23.1°C (74°F).

What is the coldest month in Medan?

The coldest month in Medan is typically January, with overnight lows averaging around 22.5°C (73°F) and daytime highs near 28.8°C (84°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Does Medan have a rainy season?

Medan doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. November is the wettest month on average (about 530 mm), while July is the driest (about 227 mm).

What's the best time of year to visit Medan?

The best time to visit Medan is typically January to March, when daytime highs average a comfortable 29.4°C (85°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 281 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Is Medan's air quality safe right now?

As of the latest reading, Medan's air quality index (AQI) is 91, rated "Moderate", based on the nearest monitoring station. Air quality is acceptable, though unusually sensitive individuals may notice minor effects.

Atmospheric Details

Wind

2 km/h

ESE · Light Breeze · Max 10 km/h

Humidity

98 %

High · feels muggy

UV Index

High

Visibility

10 km

Excellent

Pressure

1009 hPa

Stable

Dew Point

24°C

Very humid

Today vs Normal

30°C+1° above normal

The long-term average high for today is 29°C.

Air Quality

Moderate

Air quality is acceptable for most people. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.

Health & Activity Advice

✅ Good for Outdoors

UV index is 5 today — moderate. Sunscreen is worth using for extended time outside, but no special precautions are needed for short trips.

Air quality is acceptable for most people. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.

Conditions are comfortable for outdoor activity at most points during the day today.

High humidity (98%) combined with the heat means it will feel more uncomfortable than the air temperature alone suggests — stay hydrated if you're active outside.