Climate of West Kalimantan, Indonesia
Area-weighted average across West Kalimantan. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
West Kalimantan, a subdivision of Indonesia, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 25.8°C / 78.4°F in January to 26.9°C / 80.4°F in May, with rainfall from 179 mm / 7 in to 359 mm / 14.1 in depending on the season (3309 mm / 130.3 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 | 25.8°C78.4°F | 326 mm12.8″ | Tropical |
| February | 26.1°C79°F | 272 mm10.7″ | Tropical |
| March | 26.3°C79.3°F | 298 mm11.7″ | Tropical |
| April | 26.5°C79.7°F | 305 mm12″ | Tropical |
| May | 26.9°C80.4°F | 270 mm10.6″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.7°C80.1°F | 202 mm8″ | Tropical |
| July | 26.3°C79.3°F | 179 mm7″ | Tropical |
| August | 26.4°C79.5°F | 193 mm7.6″ | Tropical |
| September | 26.3°C79.3°F | 248 mm9.8″ | Tropical |
| October | 26.2°C79.2°F | 314 mm12.4″ | Tropical |
| November | 26°C78.8°F | 359 mm14.1″ | Tropical |
| December | 25.8°C78.4°F | 343 mm13.5″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit West Kalimantan?
West Kalimantan, Indonesia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is May at 26.9°C / 80.4°F, and the driest is July at 179 mm / 7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of West Kalimantan?
West Kalimantan, Indonesia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.8°C / 78.4°F in January to 26.9°C / 80.4°F in May. Annual rainfall averages about 3309 mm / 130.3 in, with the wettest month being November (359 mm / 14.1 in) and the driest July (179 mm / 7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in West Kalimantan?
The hottest month in West Kalimantan is May, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.9°C / 80.4°F.
What is the coldest month in West Kalimantan?
The coldest month in West Kalimantan is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.8°C / 78.4°F.
When does it rain most in West Kalimantan?
The wettest month in West Kalimantan is November, averaging about 359 mm / 14.1 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 179 mm / 7 in.