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Balikpapan weather in April (East Kalimantan, Indonesia)

What does the weather outlook for Balikpapan look like in April? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, April in Balikpapan includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 31°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 26°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Balikpapan in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 260 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 13 days with rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Balikpapan. July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Balikpapan climate page with graphs.

 

Balikpapan, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 260 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 74%  

Where to go in Indonesia in April

Find out more about the weather in Indonesia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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