January · Indonesia
Best time to visit Borobudur in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Borobudur in January
Average temperature 23°C, 283 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 90% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
5.0/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 283 mm
- Humidity
- 90%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Borobudur scores 5.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 283 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Borobudur's stone terraces and stupas form the world's largest Buddhist temple, in Java's green heartland.
January in Borobudur — workable with trade-offs
At 23°C (74°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 283 mm: only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 5/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 8.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Borobudur — 3.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Borobudur in January?
- In January, Borobudur averages 23°C, 283 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Borobudur?
- January earns a 5.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Borobudur in January?
- Expect about 283 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 90% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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