Month guide · Jakarta · Indonesia
Jakarta in September
What September 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
September is one of the best months to visit Jakarta. Expect average highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 25°C (77°F), about 5 rainy days and roughly 12.1 hours of daylight. Hot and mostly dry; good for day trips to Bogor and the Thousand Islands.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 25°C (77°F)
- Rainy days
- About 5
- Daylight
- About 12.1 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in September
September is the 2nd-warmest month in Jakarta: days average 33°C (91°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 25°C (77°F). Rain falls on roughly 5 of its 30 days. Compared with August (33°C (91°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs stay near 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 05:46
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 17:50
- Daylight
- About 12.1 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, September rates 3 for crowds (the peak is July at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Jakarta, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Gallery · Merdeka Square
National Gallery of Indonesia
Combine it with Istiqlal and the Cathedral, both a short walk north.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Art
- Free
- Rainy day
Landmark · Merdeka Square
National Monument (Monas)
The 132-metre obelisk topped by a gilded flame stands in the centre of Merdeka Square, a vast park of lawns and deer.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Views
- History
- Kids
Religious site · Merdeka Square
Istiqlal Mosque
Wear long trousers or a long skirt and covered shoulders; robes are lent at the entrance, and shoes are left at the door.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Architecture
- History
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Historic site · Kota Tua and Glodok
Fatahillah Square and Jakarta History Museum
The cobbled square at the heart of old Batavia is framed by the 1710 city hall, now the Jakarta History Museum, with Dutch furniture, maps and the dungeons beneath.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Photo spot
- Kids
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 25°C and 5 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Jakarta?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Jakarta?
It is one of the best months to visit Jakarta. Hot and mostly dry; good for day trips to Bogor and the Thousand Islands.
+How warm is Jakarta in September?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Jakarta in September?
Expect rain on about 5 days of the month.