Weather in Balikpapan for December 2025
Until now, December 2025 in Balikpapan is slightly cooler than the historical average by -1.1 °C.
The forecast for the next days in Balikpapan predicts temperatures to be around 29 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Balikpapan at the beginning of December is 28.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 28.3 °C by the end of December.
Balikpapan experiences heavy rainfall in December, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 282.4 mm.
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Balikpapan Weather December
Temperatures trend during December in Balikpapan
December weather in Balikpapan day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. |  Light rain shower | 28° /23° | 11.8 mm | 9 | |
| 2 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /23° | 6.4 mm | 9 | |
| 3 Dec. | Light rain shower | 30° /23° | 9.4 mm | 10 | |
| 4 Dec. | Light rain shower | 30° /24° | 8.5 mm | 9 | |
| 5 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /23° | 16.2 mm | 9 | |
| 6 Dec. | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 10.2 mm | 9 | |
| 7 Dec. | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 7.7 mm | 9 | |
| 8 Dec. | Light rain shower | 29° /24° | 6.3 mm | 9 | |
| 9 Dec. | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 7.8 mm | 9 | |
| 10 Dec. | Light rain shower | 29° /24° | 8.9 mm | 9 | |
| 11 Dec. | Light rain shower | 29° /24° | 8.4 mm | 9 | |
| 12 Dec. | Light rain shower | 29° /24° | 12.7 mm | 9 | |
| 13 Dec. | Light rain shower | 29° /24° | 8.9 mm | 9 | |
| 14 Dec. | Light rain shower | 29° /24° | 11.5 mm | 9 | |
| 15 Dec. | Light rain shower | 29° /24° | 6.9 mm | 9 | |
| 16 Dec. | Light rain shower | 29° /24° | 7 mm | 10 | |
| 17 Dec. |  Moderate rain | 29° /24° | 11 mm | 2.8 | |
| 18 Dec. | Moderate rain | 29° /24° | 6.4 mm | 2 | |
| 19 Dec. | Moderate rain | 28° /24° | 15.1 mm | 0.4 | |
| 20 Dec. | Moderate rain | 30° /24° | 8.1 mm | 3 | |
| 21 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /25° | 0.5 mm | 9 | |
| 22 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /24° | 1.7 mm | 9 | |
| 23 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /24° | 3.1 mm | 9 | |
| 24 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /24° | 2.2 mm | 9 | |
| 25 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /24° | 2.6 mm | 9 | |
| 26 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /24° | 4.2 mm | 8 | |
| 27 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /23° | 3.8 mm | 8 | |
| 28 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /24° | 0.7 mm | 9 | |
| 29 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /24° | 3.2 mm | 9 | |
| 30 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 31° /24° | 0.4 mm | 9 | |
| 31 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /24° | 11.6 mm | 10 | |
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Balikpapan weather in December vs November vs January
| November | December | January | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible |
| Temperatures | 29°/24° | 29°/24° | 29°/24° |
| Rainfall | 226 mm | 282 mm | 288 mm |
| Wind | 11.4 km/h | 11.3 km/h | 11.7 km/h |
| Humidity | 81% | 83% | 84% |
| Rainy days | 29 days | 31 days | 31 days |
| Dry days | 1 days | 0 days | 0 days |
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Balikpapan in December - FAQ
What to pack to Balikpapan in December?
As you prepare for your trip to Balikpapan in December, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Balikpapan, during December, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Lightweight Clothing: T-shirts, blouses, shorts, skirts
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Sandals/Flip-flops: Comfortable for warm climates
- Accessories
- Sunglasses: For sun protection
- Sun Hats: Wide-brimmed hats for sun protection in warm weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
- Personal Items
- Sunscreen: High SPF for sunny destinations
- Lip Balm with SPF: To protect against chapped lips
December rainfall patterns in Balikpapan
UV exposure in Balikpapan during December
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