Jakarta weather in January (Jakarta Province, Indonesia)
What is the weather forecast for Jakarta in January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
In January, Jakarta typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 31°C. At night, they generally drop to 24°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.
Precipitation
Jakarta in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 325 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 17 days days of rain.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a balanced 188 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Jakarta. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Jakarta climate page with graphs.
Jakarta, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
24°C
Max Temperature
31°C
Water Temperature
28°C
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
325 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
85%
Windspeed
4 km/h
Sunshine
188 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Indonesia in January
Find out more about the weather in Indonesia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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