What July feels like in Jakarta
July is part of Jakarta's dry season, when rain totals drop well below the wet months. Expect proper heat in the afternoon — slow down between noon and four. Little changes after sunset — nights stay warm, only slightly below the daytime level. High humidity makes the heat feel heavier and sticky, especially on still afternoons.
Rain in Jakarta in July
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 3. Wet days average about 6.6 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 8.3 mm per rainy day. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in July
Mid-month, Jakarta gets 11 h 47 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:05 am to sunset near 5:52 pm. Day length barely changes from mid-June (2 min longer). Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. Measured sunshine covers about 93% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How July compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, July comes out as the 4th warmest month in Jakarta. Compared with June, afternoons are 0.4°C (0.7°F) warmer, with 32 mm less rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. The next month's average high: 31.5°C (88.7°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Jakarta in July
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sun Protection
Protect yourself from strong sun: hat, SPF and plenty of water.
Quick questions
How warm is Jakarta in July?
Expect around 30.9°C (87.6°F) in the afternoon and 23.3°C (73.9°F) at night, which most visitors would call hot.
Does it rain a lot in Jakarta in July?
Quite a lot — 79 mm spread over about 12 days.
What should I wear in Jakarta in July?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is July or August better for visiting Jakarta?
On our 12-month climate ranking, August comes out ahead (#1 of 12 vs #3). August has fewer rainy days.