January · Indonesia
Best time to visit Jakarta in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Jakarta in January
Average temperature 27°C, 266 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
4.3/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 266 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Jakarta scores 4.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 266 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Jakarta packs museums, markets and a Dutch colonial quarter into Indonesia's sprawling capital.
January in Jakarta — the hardest end of the year
Days in January average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 83% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 266 mm, but with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 4.3/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 6.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Jakarta — 1.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Jakarta in January?
- In January, Jakarta averages 27°C, 266 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Jakarta?
- January earns a 4.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Jakarta in January?
- Expect about 266 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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