Month guide · Yogyakarta · Indonesia
Yogyakarta in November
What November is really like in Yogyakarta: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Gunawan Kartapranata, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
November is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 17 rainy days and roughly 12.5 hours of daylight. Wet season sets in with afternoon storms; plan outdoor sights for the morning.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 17
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in November
November is the 8th-warmest month in Yogyakarta: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 17 of its 30 days. Compared with October (32°C (90°F)), November is about as warm; by December highs stay near 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 November)
- About 05:09
- Sunset (15 November)
- About 17:38
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
Dry season (May–September). Clear mornings, cool nights and the open-air Ramayana Ballet; peak crowds in July and August.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, November rates 2 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in July). That makes November one of the better-value months to book.
Events in November
November has no major recurring festival in Yogyakarta, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in November
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · Jalan Kaliurang and north Jogja
Ullen Sentalu Museum
Combine it with a Merapi jeep tour in Kaliurang; photography is not allowed inside the galleries.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Art
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
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Experience · Kraton and Taman Sari
Batik workshop
Workshops around Taman Sari and Prawirotaman teach the wax-resist batik technique using a canting pen, dyeing and boiling off the wax, so you leave with your own small piece of cloth.
- Time needed
- 2–4 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Rainy day
- Kids
- Couples
Religious site · Magelang (40 km northwest)
Borobudur
Arrive as early as possible to see the temple in soft morning light, and combine it with the smaller Mendut and Pawon temples on the same road.
- Time needed
- Half a day including travel
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Views
- Photo spot
Religious site · Sleman (17 km east)
Prambanan
Indonesia's largest Hindu temple compound dates from the 9th century; its central Shiva temple rises about 47 metres, flanked by temples to Brahma and Vishnu, with Ramayana reliefs carved around the galleries.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 23°C and 17 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 Yogyakarta?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, May–September are better overall. Compare every month.
Yogyakarta in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is November a good time to visit Yogyakarta?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Wet season sets in with afternoon storms; plan outdoor sights for the morning.
+How warm is Yogyakarta in November?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Yogyakarta in November?
Expect rain on about 17 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.