Climate in Yogyakarta — Annual Weather Overview
Yogyakarta has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. The hottest month is September (average high 31.3°C) and the coolest is January (29.3°C). Temperatures are consistent year-round, with highs ranging only 2.0°C between the warmest and coolest months. Annual rainfall totals around 2716mm. November is the wettest month at 408.0mm, while July averages just 45.7mm. Average daily sunshine is 8.9 hours.
**Spring (September, October, November):** average highs 30.7°C, 726mm rain. **Summer (December, January, February):** average highs 29.4°C, 962mm rain. **Autumn (March, April, May):** average highs 30.3°C, 755mm rain. **Winter (June, July, August):** average highs 30.6°C, 273mm rain.
Yogyakarta — Monthly Temperatures
Yogyakarta — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Yogyakarta stays reasonable all year.
Yogyakarta weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.3°C | 22.8°C | 273.2mm | 7.7h | 28 | 8/10 |
| February | 29.3°C | 23.0°C | 382.0mm | 6.4h | 27 | 8/10 |
| March | 29.8°C | 22.9°C | 355.5mm | 8.1h | 29 | 8/10 |
| April | 30.2°C | 23.0°C | 243.2mm | 9.1h | 26 | 8/10 |
| May | 30.9°C | 23.1°C | 156.1mm | 9.7h | 20 | 9/10 |
| June | 30.4°C | 22.5°C | 173.5mm | 9.8h | 19 | 9/10 |
| July | 30.2°C | 21.2°C | 45.7mm | 10.6h | 11 | 10/10 |
| August | 31.1°C | 21.3°C | 53.9mm | 10.5h | 10 | 10/10 |
| September | 31.3°C | 22.1°C | 101.4mm | 10.1h | 18 | 9/10 |
| October | 30.9°C | 22.8°C | 216.7mm | 8.7h | 24 | 8/10 |
| November | 29.9°C | 23.0°C | 408.0mm | 7.6h | 28 | 8/10 |
| December | 29.6°C | 22.8°C | 307.1mm | 8.0h | 26 | 8/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Yogyakarta and the Yogyakarta rainy season guide. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Yogyakarta have?
Yogyakarta has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. Average highs range from 29.3°C in January to 31.3°C in September.
What is the hottest month in Yogyakarta?
September is the hottest month in Yogyakarta, with average highs of 31.3°C and lows of 22.1°C.
What is the coldest month in Yogyakarta?
January is the coolest month, with average highs of 29.3°C and lows of 21.2°C.
What is the wettest month in Yogyakarta?
November is the wettest month, averaging 408.0mm of rainfall over around 28 rainy days.
When is rainy season in Yogyakarta?
Rainy season in Yogyakarta runs September to June, when rainfall is significantly higher than the rest of the year. Full rainy season guide →
How much rain does Yogyakarta get per year?
Yogyakarta receives around 2716mm of rain per year. The driest month is July (45.7mm).
When is the best time to visit Yogyakarta?
The best time to visit Yogyakarta is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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