Average Monthly Sunshine in Jakarta

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Jakarta receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Jakarta changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2973 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in August and a subtle dip in February.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between August (9.8 hours per day) and February (6.1 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

Jakarta’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Jakarta enjoys an average of 2973 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast, dark winter and rainy skies.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

February, Jakarta’s wettest month, receives 62 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 32°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Precipitation page.