Central Java Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Central Java, Indonesia in April.

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Semarang Solo Borobudur Magelang

Thinking about venturing to Central Java, Indonesia this April and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Central Java in April

Central Java, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. April in Central Java generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Wonosobo at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Cepu at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Cepu and 21°C (70°F) in Wonosobo. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To explore the conditions in Central Java, Indonesia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Karimunjawa with an average of 216 mm (8.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Wonosobo with 398 mm (16 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Central Java in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Central Java

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Central Java, Indonesia?

Temperature range in Central Java (April)

Precipitation variation in Central Java (April)

Semarang

In April Semarang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
341 mm (13 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Semarang →

Solo

In April Solo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
346 mm (14 in)
269 mm (11 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Solo →

Borobudur

In April Borobudur generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
374 mm (15 in)
316 mm (12 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Borobudur →

Magelang

In April Magelang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
408 mm (16 in)
331 mm (13 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Magelang →

Salatiga

In April Salatiga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
430 mm (17 in)
296 mm (12 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Salatiga →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Central Java, in Indonesia.

In our records: Indonesia April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Indonesia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest April day in Indonesia reached 40°C (104°F) in Pulau Merah on April 1, 2014.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Central Java in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Semarang 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 232 mm (9.1 in)
Solo 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 269 mm (11 in)
Borobudur 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 316 mm (12 in)
Magelang 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 331 mm (13 in)
Salatiga 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 296 mm (12 in)
Cepu 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 252 mm (9.9 in)

Central Java weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Central Java, Indonesia in April?

In April, Central Java, Indonesia generally has poor weather conditions. Semarang sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Central Java, Indonesia in April?

In Semarang, the average daytime high in April is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does Central Java, Indonesia get a lot of rain in April?

Yes. April brings heavy rainfall to Central Java, Indonesia, with Semarang averaging around 232 mm (9.1 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Central Java, Indonesia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Semarang, April may not be the ideal time to visit Central Java, Indonesia.

On average, the best time to visit Central Java, Indonesia is in June, July and August with generally tolerable weather in Semarang. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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