Yogyakarta Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Yogyakarta experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2645 mm (104 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Yogyakarta can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 390 mm (15 in) of precipitation over 18 rainy days.
In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 34 mm (1.3 in) of rainfall, spread across 4 rainy days.February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Yogyakarta Temperature page.
Explore Yogyakarta's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Yogyakarta spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Indonesia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Indonesia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Yogyakarta vs World: Rainfall Compared
Yogyakarta's average annual precipitation is 2645 mm (104 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Yogyakarta's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Yogyakarta Climate page.