Central Kalimantan · Indonesia

Barito River Kalimantan fishing forecast

70 Good of 100

Barito River Kalimantan is a freshwater fishing spot in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia. Anglers here target Giant Snakehead, Arapaima, Pacu. The most productive months are typically January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.

Quick answer
Best monthsJanuary, February, March, April
Top speciesGiant Snakehead, Arapaima, Pacu
Score now70/100
Local rulesIndonesia

Today’s verdict

In line with this spot’s 7-day average

Score confidence ±12 points, from 6 live signals

Helping the score most
Water temperature+15.0Wind+12.0Barometric pressure+4.4
Pressure trend
Pressure stable — fish feeding on their usual rhythm
Next solunar peak
major 01:12

Current conditions

Live conditions are temporarily unavailable for this spot (last data Aug 23, 2026). Seasonal and regulation info below is unaffected.

What the score means at Barito River Kalimantan

Barito River Kalimantan currently scores 70 out of 100 (Good). Water temperature is 27.2 °C. 6 forecast signals are active in this score.

Water temperature +15.0
how close the water is to this species mix’s comfort band
Wind +12.0
surface chop, oxygen and bait drift
Barometric pressure +4.4
falling pressure often triggers feeding
Pre-storm bite +4.2
the classic feed before heavy weather
Thermocline +3.0
a defined layer stacks fish at one depth
Moon phase +2.0
lunar feeding rhythm

Bite windows

Moon
Waxing Gibbous · 82% lit
Solunar day rating
50 / 100

Best months for Barito River Kalimantan:

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Score history at this spot

7 days tracked at this exact location

Best recent day: 2026-07-30, 73/100

3 day(s) at 70+ in the tracked period

About this spot

Water type
River · Freshwater

Rivers are flow-driven. Fish the seams, eddies, and structure where current breaks, where fish hold to conserve energy and ambush bait.

Access & shore

Fishable from shore · estuary

What you can catch

Best months by species at Barito River Kalimantan

Giant SnakeheadChanna micropeltes
ArapaimaArapaima gigas
PacuColossoma macropomum

Typical months; local seasons and closures apply.

Local regulations

Indonesia

Licensing:

  • saltwater-recreational — residents No national recreational fishing licence is required for hook-and-line angling in most Indonesian waters, and there are no nationwide daily bag or size limits. However, marine protected areas (kawasan konservasi perairan / MPAs) impose their own access rules and fishing bans, and protected species may never be taken. Check local rules before fishing., non-residents Visiting anglers generally do not need a national licence for recreational angling, but many MPAs require an entry permit/conservation tag (e.g. the Raja Ampat Marine Park entry permit) and restrict or prohibit fishing for non-community members. Confirm zone rules with the local conservation-area management before fishing.

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Frequently asked questions

What fish can you catch at Barito River Kalimantan?

Anglers at Barito River Kalimantan target Giant Snakehead, Arapaima and Pacu.

When is the best time to fish Barito River Kalimantan?

The most productive months at Barito River Kalimantan are typically January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.

What is the fishing forecast for Barito River Kalimantan right now?

Barito River Kalimantan currently scores 70 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.

Can you fish Barito River Kalimantan from shore?

Yes — Barito River Kalimantan is fishable from shore (estuary).

Is the thermocline set up at Barito River Kalimantan right now?

Not strongly right now — the water column is fairly mixed, so fish are less depth-locked.

Fishing guides for this spot

Forecasts, not guarantees — check local rules before you fish.