Padang travel guide
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You're Going to Love Padang
With a population of 840,352, Padang is the largest city in Sumatera Barat, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Padang has to offer.
When to visit Padang
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Padang in January, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 73.4 °F, with an average temperature of 78.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 20.1″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Padang, with an average rainfall of 9.8″.
How to Get to Padang
Plane
When flying to Padang, you’ll arrive at Padang Tabing (PDG), which is located 20 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Padang from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 28h.
Airports near Padang
Airlines serving Padang
Where to stay in Padang
Average rates range from around $23 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $14 and up for a 5-star experience.