Capital city, Indonesia
Jakarta weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Jakarta
Jun–Sep is driest. Nov–Mar brings heavy rain and flooding; Jan–Feb is the worst. Traffic is bad year-round, with the worst jams on weekdays.
Jakarta weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°353 mm
- Feb28°386 mm
- Mar29°248 mm
- Apr29°197 mm
- May30°141 mm
- Jun29°95 mm
- Jul29°89 mm
- Aug29°49 mm
- Sep30°66 mm
- Oct30°134 mm
- Nov30°198 mm
- Dec29°244 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C83°F | 25°C77°F | 353 mm | 84% | Very wet |
| February | 28°C83°F | 25°C77°F | 386 mm | 86% | Very wet |
| March | 29°C84°F | 25°C78°F | 248 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| April | 29°C85°F | 26°C78°F | 197 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| May | 30°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 141 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| June | 29°C85°F | 25°C78°F | 95 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| July | 29°C84°F | 24°C76°F | 89 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| August | 29°C85°F | 24°C76°F | 49 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| September | 30°C87°F | 25°C76°F | 66 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| October | 30°C87°F | 26°C78°F | 134 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| November | 30°C86°F | 26°C79°F | 198 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| December | 29°C85°F | 25°C78°F | 244 mm | 83% | Rainy |
Best months across Indonesia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Bali | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Ubud | May–Sep | Nov (30°C) |
| Canggu | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Jakarta | Jun–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Seminyak | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Uluwatu | May–Sep | Apr (28°C) |
| Yogyakarta | May–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Gili Islands | May–Oct | Oct (32°C) |
| Nusa Penida | May–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Kuta | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Lombok | May–Sep | Oct (32°C) |
| Labuan Bajo | Apr–Oct | Oct (32°C) |
| Nusa Dua | May–Sep | Apr (29°C) |
| Sanur | May–Sep | Nov (31°C) |
| Raja Ampat | Oct–Apr | Nov (29°C) |
| Mount Bromo | May–Sep | Oct (27°C) |
| Bandung | May–Sep | Oct (28°C) |
| Nusa Lembongan | May–Oct | Oct (30°C) |
| Lake Toba | May–Sep | Apr (26°C) |
| Kuta Lombok | May–Oct | Nov (30°C) |
| Amed | May–Oct | Oct (30°C) |
| Batam | May–Sep | May (30°C) |
| Bintan | May–Sep | May (29°C) |
| Malang | May–Sep | Oct (32°C) |
| Bukit Lawang | Mar–Aug | Apr (30°C) |
| Medan | Feb–Mar, Jun–Aug | May (30°C) |
| Surabaya | May–Oct | Oct (36°C) |
| Manado | May–Oct | Oct (30°C) |
| Tana Toraja | Jun–Sep | Oct (26°C) |
| Jimbaran | May–Sep | Apr (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Jakarta?
Jun–Sep. Jun–Sep is driest. Nov–Mar brings heavy rain and flooding; Jan–Feb is the worst. Traffic is bad year-round, with the worst jams on weekdays.
When is the rainy season in Jakarta?
Rain peaks in February with about 386 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Nov–Apr.
What is the hottest month in Jakarta?
October, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).
How cold does Jakarta get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 24°C (76°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.