Climate of South Kalimantan, Indonesia
Area-weighted average across South Kalimantan. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
South Kalimantan, a subdivision of Indonesia, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 26.4°C / 79.5°F in July to 27.3°C / 81.1°F in May, with rainfall from 108 mm / 4.3 in to 311 mm / 12.2 in depending on the season (2524 mm / 99.4 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.5°C79.7°F | 298 mm11.7″ | Tropical |
| February | 26.6°C79.9°F | 270 mm10.6″ | Tropical |
| March | 26.9°C80.4°F | 293 mm11.5″ | Tropical |
| April | 27.2°C81°F | 236 mm9.3″ | Tropical |
| May | 27.3°C81.1°F | 210 mm8.3″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.9°C80.4°F | 163 mm6.4″ | Tropical |
| July | 26.4°C79.5°F | 148 mm5.8″ | Tropical |
| August | 26.6°C79.9°F | 108 mm4.3″ | Tropical |
| September | 27°C80.6°F | 127 mm5″ | Tropical |
| October | 27.3°C81.1°F | 141 mm5.6″ | Tropical |
| November | 27.1°C80.8°F | 219 mm8.6″ | Tropical |
| December | 26.6°C79.9°F | 311 mm12.2″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit South Kalimantan?
South Kalimantan, Indonesia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is May at 27.3°C / 81.1°F, and the driest is August at 108 mm / 4.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of South Kalimantan?
South Kalimantan, Indonesia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 26.4°C / 79.5°F in July to 27.3°C / 81.1°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 2524 mm / 99.4 in, with the wettest month being December (311 mm / 12.2 in) and the driest August (108 mm / 4.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in South Kalimantan?
The hottest month in South Kalimantan is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.3°C / 81.1°F.
What is the coldest month in South Kalimantan?
The coldest month in South Kalimantan is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.4°C / 79.5°F.
When does it rain most in South Kalimantan?
The wettest month in South Kalimantan is December, averaging about 311 mm / 12.2 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 108 mm / 4.3 in.