What is the current water temperature in Balikpapan?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Balikpapan?

As of now, in Balikpapan, the water temperature is 30.3°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Balikpapan

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Balikpapan. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

86.5

°F

November 15, 21:46

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

85.5°F

Tomorrow:

86.3°F

Sunrise:

05:52

Sunset:

18:02

Day Length:

12 h. 10 min.

Balikpapan in November

Minimum:

84.3°F

Average:

85.0°F

Maximum:

85.9°F

Sea water temperature in Balikpapan today

As of now, in Balikpapan, the water temperature is 86.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 0.4°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 87.4°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 85.0°F on 2025.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 86.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Balikpapan

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 1	86.0°F	85.7°F	85.6°F
Nov 2	86.0°F	85.9°F	85.3°F
Nov 3	86.3°F	86.1°F	85.4°F
Nov 4	86.1°F	86.1°F	85.5°F
Nov 5	86.2°F	85.7°F	85.6°F
Nov 6	86.5°F	85.7°F	85.8°F
Nov 7	86.1°F	85.6°F	85.7°F
Nov 8	86.2°F	86.3°F	85.9°F
Nov 9	86.1°F	86.0°F	86.0°F
Nov 10	85.9°F	85.4°F	85.9°F
Nov 11	85.5°F	85.4°F	86.0°F
Nov 12	85.7°F	85.3°F	85.9°F
Nov 13	85.9°F	85.3°F	85.9°F
Nov 14	85.5°F	85.1°F	85.9°F
Nov 15	86.5°F	85.0°F	86.2°F
Nov 16	86.3°F	85.0°F	85.9°F
Nov 17	86.3°F	85.0°F	86.0°F
Nov 18	86.5°F	85.0°F	86.1°F
Nov 19	86.6°F	85.2°F	86.2°F
Nov 20	86.4°F	85.1°F	86.0°F
Nov 21	86.3°F	85.1°F	85.9°F
Nov 22	86.3°F	85.0°F	85.9°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Balikpapan by month

In Balikpapan, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Balikpapan was recorded on November 11, 2023, reaching a 88.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 17, 2017, dipping to 82.3°F. The average readings by season are 84.9°F in Winter, 85.4°F in Spring, 84.5°F in Summer, and 85.1°F in Autumn.