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Palangka Raya Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 32°C (90°F) and nighttime lows of 24°C (75°F), January in Palangka Raya brings very high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that January is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Palangka Raya in January

Palangka Raya is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 19 days and an average of 306 mm (12 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives. Late afternoons in particular can see strong showers, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.

Temperature in Palangka Raya in January

In January, Palangka Raya sees very high temperatures, with highs of 32°C (90°F). Nights drop to around 24°C (75°F). Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. Nights are warm at 24°C (75°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.

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Palangka Raya Temperature in January

Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
32°C (90°F)
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
306 mm (12 in)
Rainy days
19 days

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Daily Historical Temperatures

43-year average (1978-2026)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Palangka Raya typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 32°C (90°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).

Average temperatures in January

Daily Historical Precipitation

43-year average (1978-2026)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in January

Historical weather records for Palangka Raya in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Palangka Raya spanning 50 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Palangka Raya historical weather extremes in January

Based on 21 years of weather observations in Palangka Raya between 2004 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • On January 28, 2016, temperatures climbed to 36°C (97°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
  • The lowest daytime temperature in January was 26°C (79°F), recorded on January 5, 2005.
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in January was 22°C (72°F) (January 17, 2009).
  • Peak precipitation in January occurred on January 5, 2020, when 194 mm (7.6 in) of precipitation was measured.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Palangka Raya in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.

What To Do in Palangka Raya in January

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

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

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