Pontianak Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Pontianak has a steady very warm climate throughout the year.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Pontianak remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a very warm 31°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 24°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Pontianak is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3464 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives heavy rainfall, averaging 439 mm of precipitation, recorded across 21 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, August brings less rainfall, with 173 mm over 12 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Pontianak Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
While the amount of sunshine in Pontianak varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 7.3 hours of daily sun in July, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in January, with about 4.9 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 91%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 81%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Pontianak in Indonesia
Pontianak has high temperatures year round ranging between 30°C and 32°C.The average rainfall figures in Pontianak are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose July which is the sunniest month of the year.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 31°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 439 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 173 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 220 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
