Weather in Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) in january 2025

Below, check out the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in Kalimantan (Borneo). These predictions are statistics for january from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.



Where to go in Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) in january?

Where to go in Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) in january: destination map

Legend: perfect weather good tolerable bad very bad

Where to go in each region in january?

Central Kalimantan
(Palangkaraya, Tanjung Puting National Park, Pangkalan Bun...)
92°F14 à 17 days
tolerable weather
East Kalimantan
(Samarinda, Balikpapan, Derawan Islands...)
86°F to 90°F17 à 25 days85°F
bad weather*
North Kalimantan
(Tarakan, Tanjung Selor, Sebatik...)
86°F20 à 24 days83°F
bad weather*
South Kalimantan
(Banjarmasin, Banjarbaru, Martapura...)
88°F19 à 23 days
tolerable weather*
West Kalimantan
(Pontianak (Borneo), Danau Sentarum National Park, Gunung Palung National Park...)
85°F to 90°F16 à 21 days83°F to 85°F
tolerable weather*
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.

Where should you go in Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) in january when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate in Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) in january ranges from tolerable to bad depending on the region and city.

That month is not the best month to go to in Kalimantan (Borneo). The weather in Batuampar, Betung Kerihun National Park, Bidukbiduk, Mempawah, Singkawang, Palangkaraya, Muara Teweh, Puruk Cahu, Putussibau, Pemangkat, Bontang, Gunung Palung National Park, Borneo (Pontianak), Pangkalan Bun, Kutai National Park, Danau Sentarum National Park, Sebatik, Tanjung Puting National Park and Sampit is quite correct. The sun is not there all the time and you might make you wet by rain often. However, if you don't plan a pool and sun travel but rather nature excursions, this climate may suit. In addition, there are surely fewer tourists at this time.

But it is finally better than in Banjarmasin, Bunyu, Sesulu, Pelaihari, Tarakan, Teluk Tamiang, Balikpapan, Barabai, Temajuk, Banjarbaru, Martapura, Derawan Islands, Handil, Samarinda, Kota Pagatan, Kakaban Island, Tanjung Selor, Tenggarong, Amuntai and Lontar and surrounding areas where the climate is very bad. It is not advisable to visit these areas in january.


Climate in Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) in january

Climate in Pontianak (Borneo) in january

In the month of january, maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 77°F (for an average temperature of 83°F). The climate is burning there in january. With 11.6in over 18 days, rain may occur for your vacations. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a correct climate, january is okay (but not good time) for traveling in Borneo (Pontianak).

January
Average temperature 83°F
Highest temperature 88°F
Lowest temperature 77°F
Sea temperature 84°F
Rainfall 11.6in
Number of days with rainfall 18 day(s)
(58%)
Humidity 92%
Daily sunshine hours 11
Cloud cover 47%
Length of day 12:07
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Pontianak (Borneo) in january

Climate in Samarinda in january

In the month of january, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 79°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate is very warm there in this month. With 12.1in over 21 days, rain may occur for your journey. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.

January
Average temperature 85°F
Highest temperature 90°F
Lowest temperature 79°F
Rainfall 12.1in
Number of days with rainfall 21 day(s)
(67%)
Humidity 89%
Daily sunshine hours 11
Cloud cover 49%
Length of day 12:09
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net bad
more information about the climate in Samarinda in january

Climate in Balikpapan in january

In january, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 81°F (for an average temperature of 83°F). The climate is burning there in this month. With 16.9in over 25 days, rain is to be feared throughout your holidays. So remember to pack rain clothes.

January
Average temperature 83°F
Highest temperature 86°F
Lowest temperature 81°F
Sea temperature 85°F
Rainfall 16.9in
Number of days with rainfall 25 day(s)
(79%)
Humidity 85%
Daily sunshine hours 11
Cloud cover 48%
Length of day 12:11
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net bad
more information about the climate in Balikpapan in january

Climate in Palangkaraya in january

In the month of january, the mean temperature in Palangkaraya is 85°F (maximum temperature is 92°F and minimum temperature is 79°F). The climate is very hot around this city in the month of january. With 9.4in over 14 days, you will experience some showers for your holidays. But this is moderate and it will not be continuous.
With proper weather, the month of january is okay (but not the best time) for traveling there in Indonesia.

January
Average temperature 85°F
Highest temperature 92°F
Lowest temperature 79°F
Rainfall 9.4in
Number of days with rainfall 14 day(s)
(46%)
Humidity 89%
Daily sunshine hours 10
Cloud cover 54%
Length of day 12:14
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Palangkaraya in january

Climate in Banjarbaru in january

In the month of january, the mean temperature in Banjarbaru is 85°F (maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 79°F). The climate is burning there in january. With 13.9in over 19 days, the weather is rather to rain during your journey. So remember to pack clothes for rain.

January
Average temperature 85°F
Highest temperature 88°F
Lowest temperature 79°F
Rainfall 13.9in
Number of days with rainfall 19 day(s)
(62%)
Humidity 88%
Daily sunshine hours 10
Cloud cover 51%
Length of day 12:18
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable


All cities in Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) in january

Pontianak (Borneo) in januarytolerable weather
Samarinda in januarybad weather
Balikpapan in januarybad weather
Palangkaraya in januarytolerable weather
Banjarbaru in januarytolerable weather
Banjarmasin in januarybad weather
Barabai in januarytolerable weather
Bidukbiduk in januarytolerable weather
Bunyu in januarybad weather
Handil in januarybad weather
Kakaban Island in januarybad weather
Derawan Islands in januarybad weather
Kota Pagatan in januarybad weather
Martapura in januarytolerable weather
Mempawah in januarytolerable weather
Muara Teweh in januarytolerable weather
Pangkalan Bun in januarytolerable weather
Betung Kerihun National Park in januarytolerable weather
Danau Sentarum National Park in januarytolerable weather
Gunung Palung National Park in januarytolerable weather
Kutai National Park in januarytolerable weather
Tanjung Puting National Park in januarytolerable weather
Pemangkat in januarytolerable weather
Puruk Cahu in januarytolerable weather
Putussibau in januarytolerable weather
Sebatik in januarytolerable weather
Sesulu in januarybad weather
Tanjung Selor in januarybad weather
Tarakan in januarybad weather
Teluk Tamiang in januarybad weather
Temajuk in januaryvery bad weather
Tenggarong in januarybad weather
Amuntai in januarytolerable weather
Batuampar in januarytolerable weather
Bontang in januarytolerable weather
Lontar in januarybad weather
Pelaihari in januarytolerable weather
Sampit in januarytolerable weather
Singkawang in januarytolerable weather
See full list of cities (39)


Weather data for Borneo (Kalimantan) in january:

Weather data for Borneo (Kalimantan) in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan). There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Borneo (Indonesian Kalimantan).


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