The short answer
When to go to Jakarta
Jakarta is hot and humid all year, with daily highs around 31 to 33 degrees. The driest months are June to September, with August the driest, and these are the best for walking Kota Tua and Merdeka Square. January and February are the wettest, with more than 370 mm of rain a month, so plan indoor museum days. Older travellers should do outdoor sights in the morning and rest in the afternoon whatever the month.
Month by month
Jakarta weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 25°C | 373 mm | Wettest month; heavy downpours disrupt sightseeing | |
| February | 31°C | 25°C | 381 mm | Very wet; keep indoor plans ready | |
| March | 32°C | 26°C | 210 mm | Rain easing but still frequent | |
| April | 33°C | 26°C | 164 mm | Transition month; showers likely | |
| May | 33°C | 26°C | 103 mm | Drier; hot and humid | |
| June | 33°C | 26°C | 80 mm | Dry season; good for walking early | |
| July | 33°C | 25°C | 78 mm | Among the driest months | |
| August | 33°C | 25°C | 52 mm | Driest month | |
| September | 33°C | 26°C | 61 mm | Dry; hot afternoons | |
| October | 33°C | 26°C | 112 mm | Showers begin to return | |
| November | 33°C | 26°C | 135 mm | Rainy season starting | |
| December | 32°C | 26°C | 183 mm | Wetter; carry an umbrella |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Jakarta seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: June, July, August and September
- June: Dry season; good for walking early
- July: Among the driest months
- August: Driest month
- September: Dry; hot afternoons
Good, with small trade-offs: May and October
- May: Drier; hot and humid
- October: Showers begin to return
Possible, with planning: March, April, November and December
- March: Rain easing but still frequent
- April: Transition month; showers likely
- November: Rainy season starting
- December: Wetter; carry an umbrella
Best avoided with parents or children: January and February
- January: Wettest month; heavy downpours disrupt sightseeing
- February: Very wet; keep indoor plans ready
Useful answers
Best time to visit Jakarta: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Jakarta?
June, July, August and September are the best months to visit Jakarta, with May and October also good. Jakarta is hot and humid all year, with daily highs around 31 to 33 degrees. The driest months are June to September, with August the driest, and these are the best for walking Kota Tua and Merdeka Square. January and February are the wettest, with more than 370 mm of rain a month, so plan indoor museum days. Older travellers should do outdoor sights in the morning and rest in the afternoon whatever the month.
Which months should I avoid in Jakarta with elderly parents?
January and February are the months to avoid with older travellers. Wettest month; heavy downpours disrupt sightseeing Very wet; keep indoor plans ready
When does it rain most in Jakarta?
February is the wettest month, with about 381 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is September, with average highs around 33°C.