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Jakarta in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Jakarta in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Jakarta, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in Jakarta in December 2024

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Jakarta in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +31°C during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 27 rainy days in the month and around 234 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
234 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
27 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Jakarta has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Jakarta in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Jakarta for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +36°C during the day to a minimum of +24°C during the night, the temperature in December averages around +34°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°C to +34°C.

Is Jakarta warm or cold in December?

Jakarta is typically hot in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +32°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +25°C to +25°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how December is compared to other months in Jakarta:

Climate in Jakarta in December

Jakarta weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+32°C+31°C+30°C
Min. temperature
+22°C+22°C+22°C
Max. temperature
+36°C+36°C+36°C
Rainfall
190 mm234 mm272 mm
Wind
1 m/s2 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
82%84%85%
Air pressure
1009 HPa1009 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
000
Cloudy days
111
Rainy days
252728
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as ok as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +32°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +31°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 190 mm to 234 mm. Humidity rises from 82% to 84%. Winds are stronger in comparison to November, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Jakarta in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Jakarta is gradually decreasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Jakarta based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 133 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain. December is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
December is one of the rainiest months in Jakarta, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Jakarta wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 90% chance of precipitation and 272 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 52% chance of precipitation and 45 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Jakarta?

This is the weather in Jakarta in December 2023:
1 December
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+30°C
2 December
🌫️
+34°C
3 December
🌧️
+32°C
4 December
🌫️
+29°C
5 December
🌧️
+34°C
6 December
🌫️
+35°C
7 December
☁️
+33°C
8 December
☁️
+34°C
9 December
🌫️
+34°C
10 December
🌫️
+31°C
11 December
🌧️
+34°C
12 December
☁️
+34°C
13 December
☁️
+33°C
14 December
☀️
+35°C
15 December
☀️
+34°C
16 December
☀️
+35°C
17 December
☀️
+35°C
18 December
☁️
+35°C
19 December
☁️
+36°C
20 December
☀️
+35°C
21 December
☁️
+35°C
22 December
☀️
+35°C
23 December
☁️
+35°C
24 December
🌫️
+34°C
25 December
🌧️
+32°C
26 December
🌫️
+30°C
27 December
🌧️
+30°C
28 December
🌫️
+34°C
29 December
🌫️
+34°C
30 December
🌫️
+34°C
31 December
🌧️
+34°C
In December 2023 Jakarta had 6 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +34°C, with an absolute maximum of +36°C and a minimum of +29°C. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 41%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Jakarta climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Jakarta in December has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+30°C) and the highest in 2023 (+33°C). The driest year was 1997 with only 1181 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1984 with 2582 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Jakarta in December:

Is December a good time to visit Jakarta?

It’s always a good time to visit Jakarta, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Jakarta in December?

Absolutely, December is hot in Jakarta. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Jakarta rainy in December?

Jakarta is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Jakarta in December?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Jakarta in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Indonesia

Check out the weather for other cities in Indonesia.

Monthly weather in Jakarta

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Jakarta, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.