The month in detail
What to expect in December
December falls in the wet season in Java. Showers are often brief but intense. With 56% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
December ranks 7 out of 12 months in Java. Compared to November: 7 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.5h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 67
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Java is July (5.8/10), 1.1 pt higher than December.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Indonesia
🗣️LanguageIndonesian
💶CurrencyRoupie indonésienne (Rp)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMay · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 30°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 69%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Other destinations in December
If December doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Java ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
IndonesiaEquatorial tropical climate with a 5.8 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
7.80°S · 110.36°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Java?
July is the best month with 30.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 7.7h of sunshine and 14.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Java get in July?
Java averages 7.7 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 5.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Java?
February is the most unfavourable month with February has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Java in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 30.0°C.
Is Java good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Java scores 4.4/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 5.8/10.
When should you avoid Java?
February is the most difficult month to visit Java, with February has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Java in December?
In December, the sea averages 29°C in Java: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Java in December?
The average UV index reaches 8 in December in Java (high), with about 12.5h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.