Best Time to Visit Jakarta

Indonesia · Tropical climate · Data averaged from 2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31 (5 years)

Best time to visit Jakarta — city climate guide photo
City photo: Judhi Prasetyo from Singapore, Singapore — via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)

Recommended Months

Based on temperature comfort, low precipitation, and sunshine hours, the best time to visit Jakarta is:

June → July → August

June scores 55/100 — the highest-rated month for travel.

Monthly Ratings (0-100)

Scores are weighted: temperature comfort (50%), low precipitation (30%), sunshine (20%). Higher is better.

MonthOverall ScoreTemp ComfortPrecipitationSunshineBar
January 42 84 0 0
February 42 84 0 0
March 41 82 0 0
April 40 80 0 0
May 39 78 0 0
June 40 81 0 0
July 40 80 0 0
August 39 78 0 0
September 39 78 0 0
October 38 77 0 0
November 40 80 0 0
December 41 82 0 0

Monthly Temperature Comfort

MonthMean TempComfort Level
January 26.3°C (79.3°F) Hot (25-29°C)
February 26.2°C (79.2°F) Hot (25-29°C)
March 26.6°C (79.9°F) Hot (25-29°C)
April 27.1°C (80.8°F) Hot (25-29°C)
May 27.3°C (81.1°F) Hot (25-29°C)
June 26.8°C (80.2°F) Hot (25-29°C)
July 27.0°C (80.6°F) Hot (25-29°C)
August 27.4°C (81.3°F) Hot (25-29°C)
September 27.5°C (81.5°F) Hot (25-29°C)
October 27.6°C (81.7°F) Hot (25-29°C)
November 27.1°C (80.8°F) Hot (25-29°C)
December 26.7°C (80.1°F) Hot (25-29°C)

Monthly Precipitation Rating

MonthRainfall (mm)Rainy DaysRating
January 342.7 mm 30.4 Very Wet
February 321.1 mm 28.0 Very Wet
March 278.2 mm 30.8 Very Wet
April 214.3 mm 29.0 Very Wet
May 181.2 mm 29.8 Very Wet
June 152.1 mm 28.2 Very Wet
July 84.4 mm 20.2 Wet
August 79.2 mm 20.8 Wet
September 118.9 mm 23.8 Very Wet
October 175.4 mm 27.6 Very Wet
November 250.7 mm 29.0 Very Wet
December 271.4 mm 29.4 Very Wet

Monthly Sunshine Rating

MonthSunshine (hrs/day)Rating
January 7.8 hrs Good
February 7.5 hrs Good
March 8.9 hrs Excellent
April 9.7 hrs Excellent
May 9.8 hrs Excellent
June 10.2 hrs Excellent
July 10.8 hrs Excellent
August 11.3 hrs Excellent
September 10.9 hrs Excellent
October 10.3 hrs Excellent
November 8.7 hrs Excellent
December 8.3 hrs Excellent

Season-by-Season Breakdown

Spring (Mar-May)

Temperature: 27.0°C (80.6°F)

Rainfall: 224.6mm avg

Sunshine: 9.5 hrs/day

Humidity: 84.4%

Rainy Days: 29.9/mo

This is the warm season. Ideal for outdoor activities but be prepared for heat.

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Temperature: 27.1°C (80.8°F)

Rainfall: 105.2mm avg

Sunshine: 10.8 hrs/day

Humidity: 78.8%

Rainy Days: 23.1/mo

This is the warm season. Ideal for outdoor activities but be prepared for heat.

Autumn (Sep-Nov)

Temperature: 27.4°C (81.3°F)

Rainfall: 181.7mm avg

Sunshine: 10.0 hrs/day

Humidity: 78.7%

Rainy Days: 26.8/mo

This is the warm season. Ideal for outdoor activities but be prepared for heat.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Temperature: 26.4°C (79.5°F)

Rainfall: 311.7mm avg

Sunshine: 7.9 hrs/day

Humidity: 84.9%

Rainy Days: 29.3/mo

This is the warm season. Ideal for outdoor activities but be prepared for heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Jakarta?

Based on our data-driven analysis, the best months to visit Jakarta are June, July, August, when temperatures are comfortable, rainfall is lower, and sunshine is plentiful. June scores 55/100, the highest-rated month.

What is the hottest month in Jakarta?

October is the hottest month with an average temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F).

What is the coldest month in Jakarta?

February is the coldest month with an average temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F).

When is the rainy season in Jakarta?

January is the wettest month with an average of 342.7mm of precipitation. Jakarta experiences about 327.0 rainy days per year. The driest month is August with 79.2mm.

What should I pack for a trip to Jakarta?

Packing recommendations depend on the season of your visit. Based on the climate data, pack lightweight, breathable clothing if visiting during the warm months (October is hottest at 27.6°C). For cooler months, bring layers and a warm jacket (February averages 26.2°C). A waterproof jacket or umbrella is recommended year-round as Jakarta receives 2470.0mm of annual precipitation. Sun protection is important, especially during months with high UV index.

Writer's Note — David Chen

If you're planning outdoor activities in Jakarta, the wet season dictates everything. I tried running along the coast in January — 31°C, 85% humidity, and a thunderstorm hit at 3pm like clockwork. The data confirms: November-March brings 300mm monthly with afternoon storms. The dry season (June-September) is the only sane outdoor window: 31°C but humidity drops to 70% and rain halves. UV hits 11+ year-round between 10am-2pm — avoid direct sun. Flooding is a real risk January-February; check local conditions before any outdoor plan. Hydrate constantly; the equatorial heat sneaks up on you even on cloudy days.

Data Source: Open-Meteo historical archive (2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31). Daily measurements aggregated into monthly climate normals. Coordinates: -6.21°, 106.85°. Timezone: Asia/Jakarta. Last updated: 2026-07-30.