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Tarakan weather in December (East Kalimantan, Indonesia)

How is the weather in Tarakan in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Tarakan generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 26°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Tarakan in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 303 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense rainshowers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 20 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 140 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Tarakan. February typically offers the best circumstances. While January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tarakan climate page with graphs.

 

Tarakan, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 68%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 303 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
SunshineSunshine 140 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Indonesia in December

Find out more about the weather in Indonesia in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Tarakan in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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