South Kalimantan Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in South Kalimantan, Indonesia in January.

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Banjarmasin Banjarbaru

Planning a trip to South Kalimantan, Indonesia this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in South Kalimantan in January

South Kalimantan, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. January in South Kalimantan generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Banjarmasin. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For specific regional insights in South Kalimantan, Indonesia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Banjarmasin with an average of 315 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Banjarbaru with 332 mm (13 in).

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Best Places to Visit in South Kalimantan in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in South Kalimantan

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in South Kalimantan, Indonesia?

Temperature range in South Kalimantan (January)

Precipitation variation in South Kalimantan (January)

Banjarmasin

In January Banjarmasin generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
369 mm (15 in)
315 mm (12 in)
291 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Banjarmasin →

Banjarbaru

In January Banjarbaru generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
382 mm (15 in)
332 mm (13 in)
299 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Banjarbaru →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in South Kalimantan, in Indonesia.

In our records: Indonesia January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Indonesia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Indonesia brought 389 mm (15 in) in Manado on January 27, 2023.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in South Kalimantan in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Banjarmasin 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 315 mm (12 in)
Banjarbaru 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 332 mm (13 in)

South Kalimantan weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South Kalimantan, Indonesia in January?

Expect poor weather across South Kalimantan, Indonesia in January. The popular destination of Banjarmasin averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in South Kalimantan, Indonesia in January?

Daytime temperatures in Banjarmasin peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in January, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does South Kalimantan, Indonesia get a lot of rain in January?

Rainfall in South Kalimantan, Indonesia peaks during January. Banjarmasin averages roughly 315 mm (12 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is January a Good Time to Visit South Kalimantan, Indonesia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Banjarmasin, January may not be the ideal time to visit South Kalimantan, Indonesia.

Generally speaking, July provides tolerable weather in Banjarmasin. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in South Kalimantan.

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