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Best time to visit Yogyakarta

Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.

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Best time to visit Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.

Month	Weather	Crowds	Prices	Highlights
January	24-31°C, high humidity, frequent heavy rain	low	low	• Fewer crowds at major sites ⚠ Peak of the wet season; heavy downpours can disrupt travel plans.
February	24-31°C, very humid, daily heavy rain	low	low	• Potentially lower prices due to off-season ⚠ Still peak wet season, expect significant rainfall and humidity.
March	24-32°C, humid, rain decreasing	low	low	• Transitioning out of monsoon, fewer tourists ⚠ Rainfall starts to lessen but humidity remains high.
April	24-32°C, less humid, occasional showers	moderate	moderate	• Pleasant weather as wet season ends • Pre-Ramadan calm ⚠ Good balance of weather and manageable crowds before peak season.
May	24-32°C, warm, mostly dry	moderate	moderate	• Dry season begins • Cultural events often held before Ramadan ⚠ A sweet spot before the major European holiday crowds arrive.
June	23-31°C, warm and dry, low humidity	high	high	• Ideal dry season weather • School holidays in many countries ⚠ Peak season due to excellent weather and European summer holidays.
July	23-31°C, dry, pleasant temperatures	high	high	• Prime dry season conditions • Vibrant cultural scene ⚠ Continues to be peak season; book accommodations and tours in advance.
August	23-31°C, dry, comfortable	high	high	• Excellent weather for exploring temples and nature • End of European summer holidays ⚠ Still very busy, but crowds may slightly decrease towards the end of the month.
September	24-31°C, dry, beginning to see more humidity	moderate	moderate	• Still largely dry season • Fewer crowds than July/August ⚠ Shoulder season offers good weather with fewer tourists than peak summer.
October	24-31°C, increasing humidity, early rains possible	moderate	moderate	• Transitioning to the wet season, lush landscapes • Fewer international tourists ⚠ Weather becomes less predictable with a higher chance of rain.
November	24-31°C, humid, frequent rain showers	low	low	• Green landscapes after the first rains • Low season prices ⚠ The wet season is setting in; expect humidity and daily rain.
December	24-31°C, high humidity, heavy rain	moderate	moderate	• Christmas and New Year's holidaymakers ⚠ Start of the wet season, often with heavy rainfall and high humidity, coinciding with holiday travel.

Annual events worth timing your trip around

July

Yogyakarta Gamelan Festival

A celebration of traditional Javanese gamelan music with performances and workshops.

March

Ramadan

The Islamic month of fasting; many restaurants may have limited hours during the day, but evenings are lively with 'iftar' (breaking fast) meals. Exact dates vary yearly.

April

Eid al-Fitr (Lebaran)

The festival marking the end of Ramadan. A major holiday in Indonesia, expect travel disruption and many businesses closed for a few days.

November

Sekaten

A traditional Javanese festival commemorating the anniversary of Prophet Muhammad's birthday, held at the Grand Mosque of Kauman.

August

Jalan Malioboro Festival

A vibrant street festival on Malioboro Street showcasing local culture, food, and performances.

Insider timing tips

•The dry season (June-September) is undeniably the most pleasant for weather, but also the busiest and most expensive, coinciding with international school holidays.
•The shoulder months of April-May and September-October offer a good compromise, with manageable crowds and decent weather, though rain is more likely.
•The wet season (November-March) sees the lowest prices and fewest tourists, but be prepared for daily heavy downpours and high humidity that can impact outdoor activities.
•Be aware of major Indonesian holidays like Eid al-Fitr (Lebaran), which can cause significant travel disruptions and closures across the country as people travel home to celebrate.