The best times to visit Balikpapan for ideal weather are

September 10th to October 28th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Balikpapan Travel Info

Weather in Balikpapan

Temperature

Average temperatures in Balikpapan vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 4th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Balikpapan, the hottest months are October, May, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late September where highs are regularly around 89.6°F (32°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 77.4°F (25.2°C) at night.

Balikpapan Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Balikpapan Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Balikpapan Perceived Temperature (F)

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Balikpapan Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Balikpapan Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 88.3 81 75
Feb 88.8 81.2 74.9
Mar 88.5 81.3 75.6
Apr 88.6 81.8 75.8
May 88.8 82.5 76.4
Jun 87.5 81.9 75.9
Jul 86.6 81.3 75.8
Aug 87.1 81.6 76.2
Sep 87.9 82.3 76.6
Oct 88.9 82.6 76.6
Nov 88.9 82 76.1
Dec 88.8 81.6 75.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.3 27.2 23.9
Feb 31.6 27.3 23.8
Mar 31.4 27.4 24.2
Apr 31.4 27.7 24.3
May 31.6 28.1 24.7
Jun 30.8 27.7 24.4
Jul 30.3 27.4 24.3
Aug 30.6 27.6 24.6
Sep 31.1 27.9 24.8
Oct 31.6 28.1 24.8
Nov 31.6 27.8 24.5
Dec 31.6 27.6 24.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Balikpapan are September, October, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late September. For example, on the week of September 24th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid January with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of January 15th.

When can you find snow in Balikpapan? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Balikpapan.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Balikpapan (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 36% 0 6.2
Feb 33% 0 7.4
Mar 27% 0 5.4
Apr 32% 0 7.3
May 19% 0 5.6
Jun 29% 0 7.2
Jul 23% 0 4.8
Aug 21% 0 3.1
Sep 12% 0 2.7
Oct 15% 0 3.9
Nov 25% 0 5.5
Dec 31% 0 7.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 36 0 15.7
Feb 33 0 18.8
Mar 27 0 13.7
Apr 32 0 18.5
May 19 0 14.2
Jun 29 0 18.3
Jul 23 0 12.2
Aug 21 0 7.9
Sep 12 0 6.9
Oct 15 0 9.9
Nov 25 0 14
Dec 31 0 18.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Balikpapan has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is October (78.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (81.7%).

Wind in Balikpapan is usually calm. The windiest month is August, followed by September and July. August’s average wind speed of around 6.5 knots (7.4 MPH or 12 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late July where average top sustained speeds reach 12.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Balikpapan.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.1 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.4 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Mar 5.1 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.6 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
May 4.7 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.2 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.8 Light breeze 11.5 Gentle breeze
Aug 6.5 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Sep 6.4 Light breeze 11.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.4 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.3 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.7 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 81.5%
Feb 81%
Mar 80.9%
Apr 81.2%
May 81%
Jun 81.7%
Jul 81.4%
Aug 79.8%
Sep 78.7%
Oct 78.5%
Nov 80.7%
Dec 81%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Balikpapan?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Indonesia; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Balikpapan, Indonesia is May, followed by August and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Balikpapan in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 80.4 in December means 80.4% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Balikpapan Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 89.3°F (31.8°C) and 88.3°F (31.3°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 10 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 7 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Balikpapan, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 89.6°F (32°C) and 87.1°F (30.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Balikpapan to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 89.2°F (31.8°C) and 88.1°F (31.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 9 to 11 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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