Pontianak weather and climate in 2024
Day
30 °C
Night
23 °C
Sea
29 °C
Precipitation
307 mm
in month
Rainy days
17 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
86 %
Day
30 °C
Night
23 °C
Sea
29 °C
Precipitation
307 mm
in month
Rainy days
17 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
86 %
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Weather overview
Pontianak (Indonesia) in general has a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 30 °C (86 °F) in December to 32 °C (89 °F) in August. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in May with 24 °C (74 °F), the lowest in March with 23 °C (73 °F). The driest month is August with just 11 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is November with 21 days of rain.
January weather
The number of rainy days continues to descent, with its value being 17 days in Pontianak, and the rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month too. The tourist season slowly starts. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, with its value being 6 hours.
February weather
The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 14 days in Pontianak, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed too, with its value being 196 mm (7.72 in). The tourist season is taking place.
March weather
The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value of 15 days in Pontianak, and the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed too, its value is 244 mm (9.60 in). The tourist season continues. The minimum of the night temperature can be noticed, with its value being 23 °C (73 °F).
April weather
The tourist season continues this month in Pontianak. The number of rainy days continues to rise, and the rainfall amount continues to rise too, the value of this measure is 275 mm (10.82 in). The wind speed is on its minimum, with its value of 2.
May weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value of 32 °C (89 °F) in Pontianak, while the maximum of the night temperature can be noticed, with its value of 24 °C (74 °F). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable. The number of rainy days starts to descent, and the rainfall amount starts to descent too, with its value being 264 mm (10.38 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, with its value being 7 hours.
June weather
The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 12 days in Pontianak, and the rainfall amount continues to descent as well, its value is 197 mm (7.78 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 8 hours. The ongoing tourist season is noticeable this month. The day length is on its minimum, with its value being 12 hours.
July weather
The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 11 days in Pontianak. There is pending tourist season. The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its maximum.
August weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Pontianak. The maximum of the day temperature is observable, its value is 32 °C (89 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, with its value being 11 days, and the minimum of the rainfall amount can be noticed too in August. The wind speed is on its maximum, its value is 2. The humidity is on its minimum, with its value being 83 %.
September weather
The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value of 31 °C (88 °F) in Pontianak. The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value of 13 days, and the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed too, with its value being 206 mm (8.10 in). The tourist season is taking place in September. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, the value of this measure is 6 hours.
October weather
The wet season is at its beginning in Pontianak. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 31 °C (87 °F). The rise of the rainfall amount can be observed, and the number of rainy days continues to rise too, its value is 19 days.
November weather
The wet season is close to its peak in Pontianak. The number of rainy days is on its maximum, the value of this measure is 21 days, and the maximum of the rainfall amount is observable too in this month. The humidity reaches its maximum.
December weather
The wet season continues in Pontianak. The day temperature reaches its minimum, with its value of 30 °C (86 °F). The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed, its value is 339 mm (13.33 in), and the beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed as well. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum, with its value of 6 hours. The day length is on its maximum, its value is 12 hours.
FAQs
Is January part of the dry season in Pontianak?
No, January is not a dry month in Pontianak, expect rain approximately 17 days in a month.
How many hours of sun to expect in Pontianak in February?
There is an average length of sunshine of 6 hours per day in Pontianak in February.
What is the air temperature in March in Pontianak at night?
The average night temperature in Pontianak in March is 23 °C (73 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.
What is the temperature in Pontianak during the day in April?
The average daily temperature in April in Pontianak is 31 °C (88 °F). The great temperature for lying by the sea or pool and sunbathing, everywhere else you will probably be a bit hot. Don't forget to drink during the day, in these temperatures you should hydrate yourself a lot.
What is the average number of rainy days in May in Pontianak?
There are 16 days, which are rainy in May in Pontianak, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 3.6 days of the week, or in general - 52 % days.
Is June a good month to visit Pontianak?
June is a good month to visit Pontianak. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 32 °C (89 °F). The temperature of the sea will be perfect at 30 °C (86 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 23 °C (74 °F).
Is July part of the wet season in Pontianak?
No, there is no wet season in July in Pontianak - you can expect 11 days of rain during the month.
Is it hot in Pontianak in August?
In August in Pontianak, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
What is the sea temperature in Pontianak in September?
The temperature of the sea in Pontianak in September is 29 °C (84 °F). This temperature is someone's dream come true, while for someone it may no longer be ideal for the purpose of refreshment.
What level of humidity is to expect in Pontianak in November?
Humidity in Pontianak in November is 87 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.
How windy is it in Pontianak in December?
An average wind scale that can be expected in December in Pontianak is 2. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
We make the most from 40 years of historical weather data to predict the best weather conditions.
Deciding on where to go for a holiday is hard sometimes. Get inspired by the most popular destinations.
We aggregate data from combining multiple weather sources to ensure accuracy of the highest order.