Balapulang i
Coastal town · Central Java

Balapulang

Kabupaten Tegal · Indonesia

Now
26°
Local time
11:32 PM
Population
28.5K
Elevation
98 m
Best time to go
Jul–Aug
Go score 94/100
Sea temperature
30°
May
Main airport
SRG
141 km
Time zone
UTC+7
Asia/Jakarta
At a glance

Balapulang lies in Central Java, Indonesia. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–August. The warmest month is October, with average highs of 32°C (89°F); the sea is warmest in May at about 30°C (86°F).

The best months to visit are July–August.

The sea is warmest in May, at about 30°C (86°F).

Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): January–December.

October is the hottest month, with highs around 32°C (89°F).

August is the coldest month, with lows around 21°C (70°F).

The wettest month is January, with rain on about 18 days.

August is the sunniest month, with about 8.8 hours of sunshine a day.

In October, it’s warmer here than in 68% of places in Indonesia.

Weather

16-day forecast

Balapulang weather forecast
26°
Mainly clear
Feels like
28°
Humidity
80%
Wind
16 km/h S
Gusts
28 km/h
Cloud cover
20%
Pressure
1012 hPa
UV index
0 (now)
Sunrise / Sunset
05:21 / 17:37

Next 48 hours

26° 23 25° 02 25° 05 29° 08 36° 11 37° 14 32° 17 26° 20 26° 23 25° 02 25° 05 29° 08 35° 11 35° 14 42% 31° 17 59% 27° 20
Today
Oct 18
Overcast
37°24°
20% 23 S
Tomorrow
Oct 19
Partly cloudy
37°25°
8% 20 S
Tue
Oct 20
Light drizzle
36°24°
78% 0.5 mm 23 S
Wed
Oct 21
Light drizzle
36°24°
94% 1.3 mm 21 S
Thu
Oct 22
Light drizzle
36°24°
75% 0.4 mm 29 S
Fri
Oct 23
Light drizzle
37°24°
41% 1.0 mm 32 S
Sat
Oct 24
Overcast
35°24°
35% 25 S
Sun
Oct 25
Light drizzle
36°24°
61% 1.8 mm 23 S
Mon
Oct 26
Light drizzle
32°25°
76% 3.0 mm 15 S
Tue
Oct 27
Drizzle
34°24°
75% 5.4 mm 18 S
Wed
Oct 28
Light drizzle
35°24°
73% 1.4 mm 16 S
Thu
Oct 29
Drizzle
36°25°
63% 3.8 mm 13 S
Fri
Oct 30
Light drizzle
36°24°
84% 1.2 mm 17 S
Sat
Oct 31
Drizzle
35°25°
92% 5.2 mm 12 S
Sun
Nov 1
Drizzle
35°25°
82% 4.2 mm 13 S
Mon
Nov 2
Light drizzle
34°26°
67% 2.5 mm 13 N
European AQI49Moderate
PM2.531.5
PM1036.1
NO₂12.3
O₃38
Pollen

Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.

Updated: About this data: Forecasts & outlooks

Climate

Best time to visit Balapulang

Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).

Best time to goJuly–August
15°20°25°30°35° 0225450 mm Jan · 401 mmFeb · 353 mmMar · 345 mmApr · 233 mmMay · 177 mmJun · 111 mmJul · 70 mmAug · 63 mmSep · 89 mmOct · 171 mmNov · 265 mmDec · 349 mm 30°30°31°31°31°31°31°31°32°32°31°31° 22°22°22°22°22°22°21°21°21°22°22°22° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Sea temperature Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

ClimateJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high30°30°31°31°31°31°31°31°32°32°31°31°
Average low22°22°22°22°22°22°21°21°21°22°22°22°
Sea temperature29°29°29°30°30°30°29°29°29°29°30°30°
Rainfall (mm)401353345233177111706389171265349
Rain days181617151210666101618
Sunshine per day (h)66.56.97.7888.58.88.27.976.9
Daylight (h)12.512.312.21211.811.711.711.912.112.312.412.5
Humidity (%)878786858484828079808384
Wind (km/h)88778891010988
Go score677172758187949387807069

The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.

Download climate data (CSV)

Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals

Activities

What to do in Balapulang, month by month

When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.

Rainy season: October–May Dry season: June–September (Based on average monthly rainfall)

What to do in Balapulang, month by month
ActivitiesJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Beach & swimming PoorPoorPoorPoorPoorFairFairGoodFairFairPoorPoor
Sightseeing & city walks PoorPoorPoorPoorFairFairFairFairFairFairPoorPoor
Diving & snorkelling PoorPoorPoorPoorFairGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodPoorPoor
Photography & sunsets FairFairFairFairFairFairGoodGoodGoodFairFairFair

Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.

How each activity is rated
  • Beach & swimming — Good: sea ≥ 24 °C, highs ≥ 26 °C and at most 6 rain days (or under 40 mm of rain in the month). Fair: sea ≥ 21 °C, highs ≥ 23 °C and at most 10 rain days (or under 80 mm).
  • Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
  • Diving & snorkelling — Good: sea ≥ 25 °C in a dry spell. Fair: ≥ 22 °C, or ≥ 20 °C near known dive sites.
  • Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Tourist density

Balapulang: tourist crowds by month

How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.

Tourist density
Low
Busiest months
July–August
Quietest months
November–January
Sweet spot
May and October
Good weather, fewer crowds
Very quietQuietModerateBusyVery busy ★ Sweet spot

Best value months

Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.

November–March

  • Jan67
  • Feb71
  • Mar72
  • Nov70
  • Dec69

An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.

Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices

Sea

Balapulang: sea water temperature

Water temperature details
Water temperature today
29°C (85°F)
How it feels: very warm
Swimming season

January–December

Average sea temperature by month

29° Jan 29° Feb 29° Mar 30° Apr 30° May 30° Jun 29° Jul 29° Aug 29° Sep 29° Oct 30° Nov 30° Dec

About this data: Sea temperature

Nearby beaches & coastal towns

Landmarks nearby

Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.

Things to do in Balapulang
Practical

Balapulang: practical information

Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.

Power plugs
CF
Voltage
127 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Drive on the left
Currency

Indonesian Rupiah

IDR · Rp

1 USD ≈ 18,031 IDR

Languages
Indonesian
Calling code
+62
Emergency numbers
Safety & travel advice
2
Exercise increased cautionUS travel advisory
No travel warningsUK travel advice · Sep 18, 2026
Read the full advice
Typical prices
  • Meal, casual restaurantIDR 137,050≈ $7.60
  • CappuccinoIDR 37,200≈ $2.10
  • Beer (0.5 l)IDR 52,600≈ $2.90
  • Bottled water (1.5 l)IDR 17,350≈ $1.00
  • Taxi, 5 kmIDR 93,950≈ $5.20
  • Public transport ticketIDR 18,050≈ $1.00
  • Mid-range hotel, per nightIDR 1,301,650≈ $72.00

Estimated from Indonesia’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 31% of US levels.

Upcoming public holidays
  • Dec 25Christmas Day
  • Jan 1New Year's Day
Sun & daylight
Sunrise
05:21
Sunset
17:37
Daylight today
12.3 h
Local time in Balapulang
Earthquake history

9 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.

Strongest: M5.6 (1982).

Map

How to get to Balapulang

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Balapulang

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

Hotels in Balapulang
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Wildlife around here

The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Balapulang?

Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Balapulang is July–August.

What is the weather like in Balapulang in October?

In October, Balapulang averages a high of 32°C (89°F) and a low of 22°C (72°F), with 171 mm of rain on about 10 days.

How warm is the sea in Balapulang?

The sea is warmest in May (about 30°C (86°F)). Swimming season: January–December.

What is the rainiest month in Balapulang?

January, with rain on about 18 days.

What is the nearest airport to Balapulang?

Jenderal Ahmad Yani Airport (SRG), about 141 km away.

What power plugs are used in Indonesia?

Plug types C, F, at 127 V.

What currency is used in Indonesia?

Indonesian Rupiah (IDR).

What is the emergency number in Indonesia?

112.

Is Indonesia safe to visit?

US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.

When is Balapulang most crowded?

The busiest months are July–August.

When is Balapulang least crowded?

The quietest months are November–January.

When is the best time to visit Balapulang without the crowds?

May and October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.

What time zone is Balapulang in?

Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).

What is the population of Balapulang?

About 28,483.