West Kalimantan Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in West Kalimantan, Indonesia in March.

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Pontianak Singkawang Ketapang

Planning a getaway to West Kalimantan, Indonesia this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in West Kalimantan in March

West Kalimantan, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. March in West Kalimantan generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Ketapang at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in Pontianak at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Pontianak and 26°C (79°F) in Ketapang. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Singkawang with an average of 197 mm (7.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Pontianak with 264 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Pontianak gets around 186 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore West Kalimantan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in West Kalimantan — and find the best time to visit. (based on Pontianak)

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March32°C (90°F) April32°C (90°F) May33°C (91°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October32°C (90°F) November31°C (88°F) December31°C (88°F)
Best Time to Visit West Kalimantan →

Best Places to Visit in West Kalimantan in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across West Kalimantan.

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 West Kalimantan

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

Temperature range in West Kalimantan (March)

Precipitation variation in West Kalimantan (March)

Pontianak

In March Pontianak 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.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
186 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
251 mm (9.9 in)
264 mm (10 in)
337 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pontianak →

Singkawang

In March Singkawang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Singkawang →

Ketapang

In March Ketapang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
252 mm (9.9 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
272 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Ketapang →

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

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in West Kalimantan in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pontianak 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 264 mm (10 in)
Singkawang 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)
Ketapang 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)

West Kalimantan weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in West Kalimantan, Indonesia in March?

Expect poor weather across West Kalimantan, Indonesia in March. The popular destination of Pontianak averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in West Kalimantan, Indonesia in March?

Daytime temperatures in Pontianak peak at roughly 32°C (90°F) in March, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does West Kalimantan, Indonesia get a lot of rain in March?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Pontianak records an average of 264 mm (10 in) in March, putting it among the wetter months for West Kalimantan, Indonesia.

Is March a Good Time to Visit West Kalimantan, Indonesia?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit West Kalimantan, Indonesia due to the typically poor weather in Pontianak.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Pontianak.

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