Central Java Weather in January

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

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Semarang Solo Borobudur Magelang

Are you planning a trip a to Central Java, Indonesia in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Central Java in January

Central Java, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. January 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 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Cepu and 20°C (68°F) in Wonosobo. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For specific regional insights in Central Java, Indonesia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Cilacap with an average of 334 mm (13 in) to heavy rainfall in Ambarawa with 503 mm (20 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Central Java in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Central Java.

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Central Java, Indonesia?

Temperature range in Central Java (January)

Precipitation variation in Central Java (January)

Semarang

In January Semarang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
433 mm (17 in)
416 mm (16 in)
408 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Semarang →

Solo

In January Solo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
345 mm (14 in)
355 mm (14 in)
394 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Solo →

Borobudur

In January Borobudur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
399 mm (16 in)
398 mm (16 in)
413 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Borobudur →

Magelang

In January Magelang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
418 mm (16 in)
443 mm (17 in)
474 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Magelang →

Salatiga

In January Salatiga 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
449 mm (18 in)
493 mm (19 in)
522 mm (21 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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 January extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Indonesia brought 389 mm (15 in) in Manado on January 27, 2023.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Semarang 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 416 mm (16 in)
Solo 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 355 mm (14 in)
Borobudur 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 398 mm (16 in)
Magelang 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 443 mm (17 in)
Salatiga 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 493 mm (19 in)
Cepu 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 337 mm (13 in)

Central Java weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Central Java, Indonesia in January. The popular destination of Semarang averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

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

In Semarang, the average daytime high in January is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

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

Rainfall in Central Java, Indonesia peaks during January. Semarang averages roughly 416 mm (16 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Central Java, Indonesia with often poor weather in Semarang.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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