West Kalimantan · Indonesia

Kapuas River Kalimantan fishing forecast

77 Hot of 100

Kapuas River Kalimantan is a freshwater fishing spot in West Kalimantan, Indonesia. Anglers here target Giant Snakehead, Pacu, Arapaima. 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, Pacu, Arapaima
Score now77/100
Local rulesIndonesia
Pressure trend
Pressure stable — fish feeding on their usual rhythm
Next solunar peak
major 23:15

Current conditions

Sea surface temp30.3 °C
Wind8 km/h from WNW
Wave height0.1 m at 3 s
Current0.15 m/s toward SE
Pressure1011 hPa
Cloud cover100%

Last updated Jul 4, 2026 (UTC). Conditions refresh through the day.

What the score means at Kapuas River Kalimantan

Kapuas River Kalimantan currently scores 77 out of 100 (Hot). Water temperature is 30.3 °C. 8 forecast signals are active in this score. As a rough guide, a score above ~65 reflects conditions experienced anglers would typically fish; below ~45, consider waiting for a better window or targeting different species. The score blends live weather and ocean signals and can change through the day.

Bite windows

Moon
Waning Gibbous · 76% lit
Solunar day rating
50 / 100

Best months for Kapuas River Kalimantan:

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

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.

What you can catch

Best months by species at Kapuas River Kalimantan

Giant SnakeheadChanna micropeltes
PacuColossoma macropomum
ArapaimaArapaima gigas

Months reflect typical catchability by species at this latitude; 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.

Check Kapuas River Kalimantan before you go

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Frequently asked questions

What fish can you catch at Kapuas River Kalimantan?

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

When is the best time to fish Kapuas River Kalimantan?

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

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

Kapuas River Kalimantan currently scores 77 out of 100, based on live ocean and weather conditions — see the full breakdown on this page.

Do you need a licence to fish Kapuas River Kalimantan?

Fishing at Kapuas River Kalimantan follows the local rules for West Kalimantan, Indonesia. Bag limits, size limits, seasons and licence requirements are summarised in the Local regulations section above, with a link to the official authority.

Fishing guides for this spot

Scores and conditions are forecasts for guidance only and can change rapidly. Always check local rules and current conditions, follow all fishing regulations, and prioritise your safety on the water.