Month guide · Jakarta · Indonesia
Jakarta in November
What November is really like in Jakarta: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
November is a good-value shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 12 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. Wet season sets in with afternoon thunderstorms; mornings are often clear.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 12
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in November
November is the 8th-warmest month in Jakarta: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 12 of its 30 days. Compared with October (33°C (91°F)), November is about as warm; by December highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 05:26
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 17:50
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
Dry season (May–September). Sunny, hot and drier, with the Jakarta Fair, Independence Day celebrations and the most reliable conditions for day trips.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 2 for crowds (the peak is July at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes November one of the better-value months to book.
Events in November
November has no major recurring festival in Jakarta, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in November
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
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Experience · Thamrin and Bundaran HI
Sunday Car Free Day on Sudirman–Thamrin
Arrive by about 7am, before the heat, and walk from Bundaran HI towards Sudirman.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Active
- Kids
Neighbourhood · South Jakarta
Setu Babakan Betawi village
A lakeside village in South Jakarta preserved as a centre of Betawi culture, the city's indigenous heritage, with traditional houses, a small museum, music and dance performances at weekends and stalls selling Betawi snacks such as kerak telor.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Food
- Off the beaten path
Market · Menteng and Cikini
Jalan Surabaya antiques market
Bargain firmly, and treat 'antique' labels with scepticism.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Shopping
- Free
- Off the beaten path
Neighbourhood · Blok M
M Bloc Space
A creative hub in former state-mint staff housing next to the Blok M MRT station, with independent shops, coffee bars, food stalls and a small live-music venue.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Food
- After dark
- Free
- Shopping
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 25°C and 12 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is November a good time to visit Jakarta?
A good-value shoulder-season month. If your dates are flexible, May–September are better overall. Compare every month.
Jakarta in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Jakarta?
It is a good-value shoulder-season month. Wet season sets in with afternoon thunderstorms; mornings are often clear.
+How warm is Jakarta in November?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Jakarta in November?
Expect rain on about 12 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.