August · Indonesia
Best time to visit Yogyakarta in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Yogyakarta in August
Average temperature 25°C, 49 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.7/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 49 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Yogyakarta scores 7.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 25°C, 49 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Yogyakarta is Java's cultural heart, between the sultan's palace and the temples of Borobudur and Prambanan.
August: the best month of the year in Yogyakarta
August averages 25°C (77°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Rainfall runs 49 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Yogyakarta at 7.7/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Yogyakarta in August?
- In August, Yogyakarta averages 25°C, 49 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Yogyakarta?
- August earns a 7.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Yogyakarta in August?
- Expect about 49 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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