Best Time to Visit Jakarta 2026–2027: Weather, Holidays

At a glance

The best time to visit Jakarta is the drier season, roughly May to September, when afternoon downpours are rarer. December to February is the wettest, with a risk of flooding. It’s hot all year (about 24–33°C). Avoid Lebaran, around 10–11 March in 2027, if you want shops and transport to run normally.

Driest: About May – September
Wettest: December – February; flood risk in January and February
Temperature: About 24–33°C all year
Lebaran 2027: About 10–11 March; holiday about 6–15 March
Big events: Jakarta’s 500th birthday, 22 June 2027; Independence Day, 17 August

Key takeaways

Plan sightseeing for the morning: rain usually comes in the afternoon.
Around Lebaran, the city empties and many shops close, but trains and flights out are packed.
Ramadan is fine to visit: be discreet eating in public by day.
Join Car Free Day on a Sunday morning.

Jakarta’s seasons

Jakarta is hot and humid all year, about 24–33°C. It has two seasons:

Months	What to expect
May – September	The drier season. Fewer downpours; the best time for sightseeing
October – November	Rain returns, usually as afternoon storms
December – February	The wettest months; heavy rain and a risk of flooding, especially in January and February
March – April	Rain easing; still some storms

Rain mostly comes as heavy afternoon or evening downpours, so mornings are often clear. Flooding can close roads and slow traffic; the MRT and KRL keep running in most storms.

Holidays and events

Chinese New Year (6 February 2027): lanterns and crowds in Glodok.
Ramadan (expected from about 8 February 2027): the city slows by day and comes alive after sunset. Restaurants stay open, but eat discreetly in public.
Lebaran / Idul Fitri (expected about 10–11 March 2027): millions leave the city. Many shops, markets and museums close for several days, and trains and flights before and after are full. The national holiday is expected to run from about 6 to 15 March 2027.
Jakarta’s birthday (22 June): festivals, and some city museums free. 2027 is the city’s 500th anniversary.
Independence Day (17 August): flags, parades and events at the Monas.
Car Free Day: every Sunday, 5:30 – 10 am, on Jalan Sudirman and Thamrin. See our Car Free Day guide.

Our advice

Go between May and September for the most dry days.
Avoid the week around Lebaran unless you want a quiet city.
Most museums close on Mondays: see our museum hours table.
Plan rail trips with our Jakarta train planner.

Sources checked on 11 November 2026

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