With a population of 451,893, Manado is the largest city in North Sulawesi, Indonesia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Manado to see all of its attractions.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Manado in May, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °C, with an average temperature of 26 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 420 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Manado, with an average rainfall of 110 mm.
When flying to Manado, you’ll arrive at Manado Samratulangi (MDC), which is located 11 km from the city centre.
Average rates range from around $57 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,559 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay $1.60 per litre in Manado (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.15 and $25.54.