Borneo (Kalimantan) in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
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.
Average weather in january in Pontianak (Borneo)
tolerable weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
77°F
Partly Cloudy
41% of time
22%
15%
11%
Weather at 12pm
88°F
Moderate rain at times
33% of time
31%
15%
13%
Weather at 6pm
79°F
Heavy rain
39% of time
34%
13%
11%
Weather at 3am
77°F
37%
32%
15%
10%
More information about the weather in Pontianak (Borneo) in january
Where to go in Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) in january?
Where to go in Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) in january: destination map
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Where to go in each region in january?
| Central Kalimantan (Palangkaraya, Tanjung Puting National Park, Pangkalan Bun...) | 92°F | 14 à 17 days | tolerable weather | |
| East Kalimantan (Samarinda, Balikpapan, Derawan Islands...) | 86°F to 90°F | 17 à 25 days | 85°F | bad weather* |
| North Kalimantan (Tarakan, Tanjung Selor, Sebatik...) | 86°F | 20 à 24 days | 83°F | bad weather* |
| South Kalimantan (Banjarmasin, Banjarbaru, Martapura...) | 88°F | 19 à 23 days | tolerable weather* | |
| West Kalimantan (Pontianak (Borneo), Danau Sentarum National Park, Gunung Palung National Park...) | 85°F to 90°F | 16 à 21 days | 83°F to 85°F | tolerable weather* |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 january | tolerable weather |
| Samarinda in january | bad weather |
| Balikpapan in january | bad weather |
| Palangkaraya in january | tolerable weather |
| Banjarbaru in january | tolerable weather |
| Banjarmasin in january | bad weather |
| Barabai in january | tolerable weather |
| Bidukbiduk in january | tolerable weather |
| Bunyu in january | bad weather |
| Handil in january | bad weather |
| Kakaban Island in january | bad weather |
| Derawan Islands in january | bad weather |
| Kota Pagatan in january | bad weather |
| Martapura in january | tolerable weather |
| Mempawah in january | tolerable weather |
| Muara Teweh in january | tolerable weather |
| Pangkalan Bun in january | tolerable weather |
| Betung Kerihun National Park in january | tolerable weather |
| Danau Sentarum National Park in january | tolerable weather |
| Gunung Palung National Park in january | tolerable weather |
| Kutai National Park in january | tolerable weather |
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).