Climate
Indonesia has a tropical climate, with variations throughout the country - it's generally cooler inland and at higher elevations compared to the coastline and lowlands.
The northeastern monsoon brings cool, dry weather from June to September, while the southwestern monsoon brings heavy rains from December to March. Average annual temperature stands at 86°F (30°C).
Travelers are advised to visit between April and October, when the weather is not too hot and not too wet either. The southwestern monsoon often wipes out many roads, making travel difficult during this time.
Local Weather
Choose a city below for the weather conditions in its vicinity.
- Jakarta, Java: NOAA, WWIS
- Medan, North Sumatra: NOAA, WWIS
- Pekanbaru, Riau: NOAA
- Ujung Pandang (Makassar), Sulawesi: NOAA, WWIS
- Denpasar, Bali: WWIS
Links labeled "NOAA" go to current weather forecasts made by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, under the auspices of the U.S. government.
Links labeled "WWIS" go to current weather forecasts made by the World Meteorological Organization's World Weather Information Service, under the auspices of the United Nations.
Recommended Clothing
Lightweight cotton clothing is standard for all-year-round wear, along with rainwear during the humid southwestern monsoon months. Bring warmer clothes for travel to upland areas or for evenings during the cool months.
