Tarakan Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Tarakan remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 30°C (86°F) in May. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 29°C (84°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 26°C (79°F) in May to 25°C (77°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Tarakan is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3008 mm (118 in). Despite minor fluctuations, Tarakan enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 303 mm (12 in) of precipitation, while in August, Tarakan receives about 220 mm (8.7 in). For more details, please visit our Tarakan Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Tarakan experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 5.7 hours daily sunshine in July, it dips to 4.0 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 27°C (81°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in April.

Water temperature over the year

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Tarakan.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 80%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 76%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year