Weather in Balikpapan for March 2026
Until now, March 2026 in Balikpapan is slightly cooler than the historical average by -0.8 °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 March is 29.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 30.3 °C by the end of March.
Balikpapan experiences heavy rainfall in March, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 269.8 mm.
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Balikpapan Weather March
Temperatures trend during March in Balikpapan
March weather in Balikpapan day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /24° | 5.3 mm | 8 | |
| 2 Mar. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /24° | 11.8 mm | 8 | |
| 3 Mar. | Light rain shower | 29° /24° | 7.7 mm | 7 | |
| 4 Mar. | Light rain shower | 30° /24° | 10.7 mm | 7 | |
| 5 Mar. | Light rain shower | 29° /24° | 15 mm | 7 | |
| 6 Mar. | Light rain shower | 30° /24° | 8.7 mm | 8 | |
| 7 Mar. | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 21.7 mm | 7 | |
| 8 Mar. | Light rain shower | 29° /23° | 6.8 mm | 7 | |
| 9 Mar. | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 12.3 mm | 7 | |
| 10 Mar. | Light rain shower | 28° /23° | 9.8 mm | 8 | |
| 11 Mar. | Light rain shower | 28° /23° | 5.5 mm | 7 | |
| 12 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /24° | 5.5 mm | 7 | |
| 13 Mar. | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 11.7 mm | 7 | |
| 14 Mar. | Light rain shower | 30° /23° | 5.6 mm | 7 | |
| 15 Mar. | Light rain shower | 30° /24° | 10.7 mm | 7 | |
| 16 Mar. | Light rain shower | 29° /23° | 8.9 mm | 8 | |
| 17 Mar. | Light rain shower | 28° /23° | 5.1 mm | 8 | |
| 18 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /23° | 2.1 mm | 7 | |
| 19 Mar. | Light rain shower | 29° /24° | 6.5 mm | 7 | |
| 20 Mar. | Moderate rain | 27° /23° | 15.2 mm | 1.5 | |
| 21 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /23° | 1.1 mm | 1.8 | |
| 22 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /23° | 3.9 mm | 3.1 | |
| 23 Mar. | Moderate rain | 29° /24° | 9.5 mm | 2.8 | |
| 24 Mar. | Moderate rain | 28° /23° | 7.4 mm | 2.9 | |
| 25 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 31° /24° | 1 mm | 7 | |
| 26 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 31° /24° | 1.7 mm | 7 | |
| 27 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 31° /25° | 3 mm | 7 | |
| 28 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 31° /24° | 0.6 mm | 7 | |
| 29 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /24° | 0.2 mm | 7 | |
| 30 Mar. | Moderate rain | 29° /24° | 5.9 mm | 7 | |
| 31 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /24° | 0.9 mm | 7 | |
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Balikpapan weather in March vs February vs April
| February | March | April | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible |
| Temperatures | 29°/24° | 29°/24° | 29°/24° |
| Rainfall | 265 mm | 270 mm | 296 mm |
| Wind | 13.8 km/h | 12.9 km/h | 12.8 km/h |
| Humidity | 82% | 83% | 82% |
| Rainy days | 29 days | 31 days | 30 days |
| Dry days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days |
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What to pack to Balikpapan in March?
As you prepare for your trip to Balikpapan in March, 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 March, 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
March rainfall patterns in Balikpapan
UV exposure in Balikpapan during March
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