ClimateForecastDecemberJanuary >>

Tarakan Climate by Month

Tarakan maintains a fairly consistent warm average temperature. It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Tarakan remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 30°C in May. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 29°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 25°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Tarakan is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3008 mm. Despite minor fluctuations, Tarakan enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 303 mm of precipitation, while in August, Tarakan receives about 220 mm.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Tarakan experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 5.7 hours daily sunshine in July, it dips to 4.0 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Tarakan ranges from 27°C in January to 29°C in April.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Tarakan in Indonesia

Tarakan has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 30°C.
The average rainfall figures in Tarakan 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 August which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Tarakan?
    May has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Tarakan?
    The coolest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Tarakan?
    December tops the wettest month list with 303 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Tarakan?
    August is the driest month with 220 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Tarakan?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 171 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.

    Forecast for Tarakan

    Sun   Dec 15
    32°C | 25°C
    N 11 km/h
    2.2 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    33°C | 25°C
    NW 11 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    32°C | 24°C
    NW 11 km/h
    7.1 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain