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Pontianak weather in October (West Kalimantan, Indonesia)

How does the October weather in Pontianak compare to other months? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In October, Pontianak usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 32°C. At night, it falls to around 24°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Pontianak in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 373 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 19 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 167 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Pontianak. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Pontianak, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 64%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 373 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 89%  
SunshineSunshine 167 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Indonesia in October

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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