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Best time to visit Indonesia

The best time to visit Indonesia is May–Sep. Apr, Oct are also good.

Indonesia weather by month

Dry season in Bali, Java, and Komodo.

  1. Jan: Not ideal
  2. Feb: Not ideal
  3. Mar: Not ideal
  4. Apr: Good
  5. May: Ideal
  6. Jun: Ideal
  7. Jul: Ideal
  8. Aug: Ideal
  9. Sep: Ideal
  10. Oct: Good
  11. Nov: Not ideal
  12. Dec: Not ideal
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Weather rating for each month in Indonesia
MonthWeatherIdeal elsewhere
JanuaryNot ideal62 countries
FebruaryNot ideal67 countries
MarchNot ideal64 countries
AprilGood62 countries
MayIdeal83 countries
JuneIdeal85 countries
JulyIdeal51 countries
AugustIdeal52 countries
SeptemberIdeal84 countries
OctoberGood53 countries
NovemberNot ideal50 countries
DecemberNot ideal51 countries

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The planner puts Indonesia in its best stretch (May–Sep) and fills the rest of your trip with places that are in spring-like weather at the same time.

Cost of a month in Indonesia

Budget-friendly. A rough guide for one person staying a month: $1,200–$1,800 for rent, food and getting around. Book the best months early; prices climb with the weather.

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Questions about visiting Indonesia

When is the best time to visit Indonesia?

The best time to visit Indonesia for weather is May–Sep. Dry season in Bali, Java, and Komodo.

Which months should I avoid in Indonesia?

Nov–Mar are the least comfortable months in Indonesia, usually because of heat, heavy rain, storms or cold. Prices can be lower then, so it depends on what you care about most.

Is it worth visiting Indonesia outside the best months?

Often, yes. Apr, Oct are still good months in Indonesia, with a little more rain or heat but usually fewer crowds and better prices.

How much does a month in Indonesia cost?

Indonesia is budget-friendly for long stays. A rough guide for one person living there for a month is $1,200–$1,800, including rent, food and getting around. Your style matters more than the country.

Where else has great weather at the same time as Indonesia?

Nearby countries with ideal weather in the same months include Timor-Leste, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Armenia.

General guidance based on typical seasonal weather, not a forecast. Big countries have several climates. Always check current travel advisories and entry rules before you book.