Yogyakarta · WinterMonth summary
Yogyakarta weather in December
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
23°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
89% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (8.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Yogyakarta in December?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Yogyakarta in December is possible but July offers a score of 8.0/10 vs 6.2.
By trip type
Yogyakarta in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in December
🎯 Winter dishes and comfort food specialities in local restaurants Even in winter, Yogyakarta enjoys 30°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. With 89% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (8.0/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 23°C | 30°C | 92% | 10.4 | 7.9h | 5.8/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 23°C | 30°C | 95% | 12.3 | 7.9h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 23°C | 30°C | 92% | 10.1 | 8.6h | 6.1/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 23°C | 30°C | 88% | 8.1 | 10.0h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ May | 23°C | 31°C | 63% | 5.2 | 10.9h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 22°C | 31°C | 54% | 4.8 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 22°C | 30°C | 33% | 1.6 | 11.0h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 21°C | 31°C | 35% | 1.7 | 11.1h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 22°C | 31°C | 54% | 3.7 | 11.0h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ October | 23°C | 31°C | 76% | 6.7 | 10.4h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 23°C | 30°C | 92% | 13.2 | 8.1h | 5.6/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 23°C | 30°C | 89% | 9.4 | 8.1h | 6.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In December, Yogyakarta averages 30°C, 89% rainy days and 8.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.2/10.
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Comparison
December vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -56%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +2.9h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Yogyakarta in December
Is December a good time to visit Yogyakarta?
December is an acceptable time for Yogyakarta (score 6.2/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider July (8.0/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Yogyakarta in December?
Yes, 89% of days see rain in December. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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