The best times to visit Palangkaraya for ideal weather are

September 10th to October 7th

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

 

 


Other Palangkaraya Travel Info

Weather in Palangkaraya

Temperature

Average temperatures in Palangkaraya 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 3rd 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 Palangkaraya, the hottest months are May, October, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early May where highs are regularly around 92.5°F (33.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.5°F (24.2°C) at night.

Palangkaraya Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Palangkaraya 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.

Palangkaraya Perceived Temperature (F)

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Palangkaraya Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Palangkaraya 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 89.9 80.4 73.9
Feb 90 80.6 74.1
Mar 90.1 80.6 74.2
Apr 90.6 81.2 74.8
May 91.1 81.8 75.2
Jun 90.5 81.2 74.3
Jul 89.8 80.2 73
Aug 91.1 80.6 72.6
Sep 91.6 81.2 73.1
Oct 91.9 81.4 73.7
Nov 90.7 81 74
Dec 89.5 80.4 74.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 32.2 26.9 23.3
Feb 32.2 27 23.4
Mar 32.3 27 23.4
Apr 32.6 27.3 23.8
May 32.8 27.7 24
Jun 32.5 27.3 23.5
Jul 32.1 26.8 22.8
Aug 32.8 27 22.6
Sep 33.1 27.3 22.8
Oct 33.3 27.4 23.2
Nov 32.6 27.2 23.3
Dec 31.9 26.9 23.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Palangkaraya are September, August, and then July. 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 late February and early March with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of February 26th.

When can you find snow in Palangkaraya? 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 Palangkaraya.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Palangkaraya (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 43% 0 8.8
Feb 37% 0 7.3
Mar 48% 0 11.4
Apr 38% 0 10.2
May 30% 0 9.1
Jun 22% 0 4.3
Jul 19% 0 3.5
Aug 16% 0 3.4
Sep 16% 0 3.5
Oct 28% 0 11
Nov 41% 0 10.5
Dec 51% 0 14.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 43 0 22.4
Feb 37 0 18.5
Mar 48 0 29
Apr 38 0 25.9
May 30 0 23.1
Jun 22 0 10.9
Jul 19 0 8.9
Aug 16 0 8.6
Sep 16 0 8.9
Oct 28 0 27.9
Nov 41 0 26.7
Dec 51 0 35.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Palangkaraya has some very humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is September (72.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (80.5%).

Wind in Palangkaraya is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is August, followed by September and October. August’s average wind speed of around 3.4 knots (4 MPH or 6.4 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 8.6 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 3.1 Barely noticeable 7.8 Gentle breeze
Feb 3 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Mar 2.8 Barely noticeable 7.1 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.8 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
May 2.5 Barely noticeable 6.8 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.5 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Jul 2.9 Barely noticeable 6.8 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.4 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.3 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.1 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.1 Barely noticeable 7.5 Gentle breeze
Dec 3 Barely noticeable 7.4 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 78.8%
Feb 78.7%
Mar 79.8%
Apr 79.6%
May 78.4%
Jun 77.7%
Jul 77.1%
Aug 73.7%
Sep 72.9%
Oct 75.1%
Nov 78.5%
Dec 80.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Palangkaraya?

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 Palangkaraya, 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 Palangkaraya 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 Palangkaraya Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 91.4°F (33°C) and 89.8°F (32.1°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is very common with 9 to 15 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 the least precipitation with 5 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Palangkaraya, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 92.5°F (33.6°C) and 89.9°F (32.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 12 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 Palangkaraya to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 90.3°F (32.4°C) and 89.2°F (31.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a very great amount: 10 to 16 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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