When is the best time to go to Balikpapan?

When is the best time to go to Balikpapan? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months in Balikpapan are June, July, August, September and October
  • On average, it is hot all year round
  • The rainiest months are January, February, March, April and December
  • The sea temperature is suitable for swimming all year round


Annual weather in Balikpapan

For full information about the climate and weather in Balikpapan a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 81°F/86°F
16.9in
February 79°F/86°F
14.4in
March 81°F/88°F
17.4in
April 81°F/88°F
15.3in
May 83°F/88°F
13.5in
June 81°F/86°F
12.1in
July 81°F/86°F
9.7in
August 81°F/86°F
9.6in
September 81°F/86°F
9.1in
October 83°F/88°F
11.4in
November 81°F/88°F
13.3in
December 81°F/88°F
17.4in


Weather and climate in Balikpapan

Balikpapan enjoys an equatorial (or tropical rainforest) climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Balikpapan is 86°F (ranging from 86°F in july to 88°F in october). Annual rainfall is 159.8in, with a minimum of 9.1in in september and a maximum of 17.4in in march.
  • In the month of january the climate is very unfavorable. At lunchtime, it's 86°F in average and it rains about 16.9in each month.
  • In february the climate is correct. The record temperature this month is 92°F and it rains about 14.4in each month.
  • Between the months of march and april the climate is the worst possible. By early evening, the temperature averages 83°F and you can expect to have 15.3in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • From may to november the climate is just OK. It is for example 88°F as maximum temperature in november and you can expect to have 13.3in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • In december the climate is very bad. The temperature rises to 88°F and it rains about 17.4in each month.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in Balikpapan

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Balikpapan: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Balikpapan

Find out when Balikpapan has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Balikpapan

  • Very low season in Balikpapan
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January, February, March and April.
  • Low season in Balikpapan
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: May, September and November.
  • High season in Balikpapan
    The number of visitors to Balikpapan is high in: June, July, August and October.
  • Peak season in Balikpapan
    The largest number of tourists visiting Balikpapan is during: December.

Figure: Visitor index for Balikpapan month by month



Best time for low prices in Balikpapan

Average prices of hotels in Balikpapan month by month

Generally, November is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Balikpapan. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, June is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

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Average price of hiring a car in Balikpapan

On average, it costs $ 56 per day to hire a car in Balikpapan. This price varies by $ 5.2 depending on the month. In february, hiring a car costs an average of $ 53 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in november is $ 58.

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