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Tarakan weather in September (East Kalimantan, Indonesia)

Wondering what the weather is like in Tarakan during September? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for September in Tarakan includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 30°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 26°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Tarakan in September falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 241 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 165 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, September may not be the ideal month to visit Tarakan. February generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Tarakan, monthly averages in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 241 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
SunshineSunshine 165 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Indonesia in September

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 28°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.

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

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