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Best time to visit Jakarta: month by month
Short answer
May to September is the drier season, with July and August having the fewest rainy days (about 14–15 a month in the data); temperatures are around 30–33°C all year. December to February is wettest, with flood risk, and Lebaran empties the city but jams transport.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 30°C | 23°C | 28 | low |
| Feb | 30°C | 23°C | 25 | low |
| Mar | 31°C | 24°C | 28 | medium |
| Apr | 32°C | 24°C | 25 | medium |
| May | 32°C | 24°C | 25 | medium |
| Jun | 31°C | 23°C | 26 | medium |
| Jul | 32°C | 23°C | 15 | high |
| Aug | 33°C | 23°C | 14 | high |
| Sep | 33°C | 23°C | 18 | medium |
| Oct | 33°C | 24°C | 24 | medium |
| Nov | 32°C | 24°C | 27 | low |
| Dec | 31°C | 24°C | 26 | medium |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Hot and humid, about 31–32°C, with rain easing in April and May.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
The driest months, about 31–33°C, with fewer downpours; the best time for the Thousand Islands.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
About 32–33°C, with rain increasing from October.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
The wettest season, about 30–31°C, with frequent heavy rain and occasional floods.
Events worth planning around
- Indonesian Independence Day (17 August)
- Jakarta's anniversary and Jakarta Fair (around June to July)
- Lebaran (Eid al-Fitr), dates follow the Islamic calendar
- Chinese New Year celebrations in Glodok (January or February)
When to avoid
Avoid January and February if flooding worries you, and the days around Lebaran if you plan to travel out of Jakarta, as transport sells out.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Jakarta?
May to September, the drier season.
Is Jakarta hot all year?
Yes, around 30–34°C by day with high humidity.
What happens during Ramadan?
Many restaurants are quieter by day and busy at sunset; after Ramadan, Lebaran empties the city.