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When to go · Balikpapan

Balikpapan in May

Avoid month. Listed as a month to avoid: Nov–Jul for the heaviest rain; no true dry season.

Key facts

Verdict
Avoid
Temperature
31°C / 25°C
average high / low
Rain days
18
Crowds
Medium
Indonesia overall
Prices
Medium
Indonesia overall

Verdict

AvoidBest and avoid months for Balikpapan

Listed as a month to avoid: Nov–Jul for the heaviest rain; no true dry season.

Weather in May

Long-term averages
  • BalikpapanHighs around 31.1 °C, lows around 25 °C, rain on about 18 days

Crowds and prices

Crowds · Indonesia overall
Medium
Prices · Indonesia overall
Medium

Indonesia overall: Dry season starts; good for Komodo, Bromo and Bali.

What to pack

  • Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
  • A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast

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