Balikpapan
Indonesia
Balikpapan is projected to experience several climate hazards that pose substantial risks to its population. Frequent heatwaves are anticipated, increasing health risks and resource strain. Prolonged drought conditions are likely to affect water supply and agriculture, complicating food security. The region faces a high risk of arbovirus transmission, with potential for dengue outbreaks, putting additional pressure on healthcare systems. Moreover, the elevated malaria risk underscores vulnerabilities caused by shifting climate patterns that may enhance mosquito populations. These challenges signify a pressing need for effective adaptation strategies to safeguard the health and resilience of the city's residents amid a changing climate.
Hazard Outlook
How will Balikpapan's projected climate hazards compare to other cities under a 3.0°C future warming scenario?
Elevation
At 16 m elevation, Balikpapan faces high risk from coastal flooding and sea level rise.
Maximum Temperature
Balikpapan's projected maximum temperature of 9.0°C is near the median of cities globally under a 3.0°C warming scenario.
Heavy Rainfall Days
With 10 days of heavy rainfall expected, Balikpapan ranks near the median of cities for extreme precipitation events.
Maximum Rainfall
Balikpapan's projected maximum rainfall of 10 mm is near the median of cities globally.
Longest Heatwave
Balikpapan may experience heatwaves lasting up to 3 days, lower than most other cities.
Exposure Summary
Adaptation Priorities
Balikpapan faces high exposure to elevation. These areas may warrant priority attention in adaptation planning.
Data source: Climate projections from the IPCC AR6 scenario analysis. See our methodology for details on how we process and interpret this data.
Deployed Solutions
Deployed climate adaptation technologies identified in Balikpapan.
No solutions have been documented for Balikpapan.
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