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 29.61°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.

85.3

°F

November 28, 20:48

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

85.4°F

Tomorrow:

85.2°F

Sunrise:

05:55

Sunset:

18:06

Day Length:

12 h. 11 min.

Balikpapan in December

Minimum:

84.1°F

Average:

85.1°F

Maximum:

85.7°F

Sea water temperature in Balikpapan today

As of now, in Balikpapan, the water temperature is 85.3°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 0.5°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 87.4°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 84.8°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.2°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 14	85.1°F	86.8°F	85.8°F
Nov 15	85.0°F	87.3°F	86.0°F
Nov 16	85.0°F	87.1°F	85.7°F
Nov 17	85.0°F	87.3°F	85.8°F
Nov 18	85.0°F	87.6°F	86.0°F
Nov 19	85.2°F	87.5°F	86.0°F
Nov 20	85.1°F	86.6°F	85.9°F
Nov 21	85.1°F	86.3°F	85.8°F
Nov 22	85.0°F	86.1°F	85.9°F
Nov 23	85.0°F	86.4°F	85.9°F
Nov 24	84.7°F	86.0°F	85.7°F
Nov 25	84.7°F	85.6°F	85.5°F
Nov 26	84.5°F	85.5°F	85.6°F
Nov 27	85.4°F	85.2°F	85.7°F
Nov 28	85.3°F	85.9°F	85.8°F
Nov 29	85.2°F	86.2°F	85.7°F
Nov 30	85.2°F	85.9°F	85.7°F
Dec 1	85.2°F	85.8°F	85.7°F
Dec 2	85.1°F	85.7°F	85.6°F
Dec 3	85.2°F	85.8°F	85.7°F
Dec 4	85.2°F	85.8°F	85.7°F
Dec 5	85.2°F	85.7°F	85.7°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 6, 2015, dipping to 81.1°F. The average readings by season are 84.8°F in Winter, 85.3°F in Spring, 84.3°F in Summer, and 84.9°F in Autumn.