Banowan i
Coastal town · Central Java

Banowan

Kabupaten Rembang · Indonesia

Now
26°
Sea temperature
30°
Local time
11:49 PM
Population
—
Elevation
14 m
Best time to go
Jul–Aug
Go score 95/100
Sea temperature
30°
November
Main airport
SOC
131 km
Time zone
UTC+7
Asia/Jakarta
At a glance

Banowan lies in Central Java, Indonesia. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–August. The warmest month is September, with average highs of 33°C (92°F); the sea is warmest in November at about 30°C (85°F).

The best months to visit are July–August.

The sea is warmest in November, at about 30°C (85°F).

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

September is the hottest month, with highs around 33°C (92°F).

July is the coldest month, with lows around 21°C (71°F).

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

August is the sunniest month, with about 10 hours of sunshine a day.

In October, it’s warmer here than in 91% of places in Indonesia.

Weather

16-day forecast

Banowan weather forecast
26°
Partly cloudy
Feels like
30°
Humidity
72%
Wind
7 km/h S
Gusts
19 km/h
Cloud cover
51%
Pressure
1013 hPa
UV index
0 (now)
Sunrise / Sunset
05:11 / 17:27

Next 48 hours

27° 23 25° 02 26° 05 30° 08 33° 11 33° 14 31° 17 28° 20 26° 23 25° 02 25° 05 30° 08 34° 11 34° 14 31° 17 28° 20
Today
Oct 17
Overcast
35°25°
0% 14 E
Tomorrow
Oct 18
Overcast
33°25°
2% 14 SE
Mon
Oct 19
Overcast
35°24°
0% 14 E
Tue
Oct 20
Clear sky
34°25°
22% 13 E
Wed
Oct 21
Light drizzle
35°25°
63% 1.2 mm 12 E
Thu
Oct 22
Light drizzle
34°25°
94% 2.3 mm 11 SE
Fri
Oct 23
Dense drizzle
34°25°
82% 7.9 mm 12 S
Sat
Oct 24
Drizzle
31°25°
79% 6.0 mm 11 S
Sun
Oct 25
Light drizzle
31°25°
47% 4.8 mm 11 SE
Mon
Oct 26
Light drizzle
32°25°
26% 0.6 mm 17 E
Tue
Oct 27
Light drizzle
32°26°
19% 0.6 mm 17 E
Wed
Oct 28
Light drizzle
32°26°
35% 1.0 mm 14 E
Thu
Oct 29
Light drizzle
33°25°
54% 2.8 mm 9 E
Fri
Oct 30
Light drizzle
31°25°
57% 4.2 mm 11 E
Sat
Oct 31
Drizzle
32°25°
51% 6.2 mm 13 E
Sun
Nov 1
Clear sky
31°28°
45% 27 E
European AQI57Moderate
PM2.545.3
PM1048.9
NO₂16.6
O₃117
Pollen

Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.

Updated: About this data: Forecasts & outlooks

Climate

Best time to visit Banowan

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

Best time to goJuly–August
15°21°28°34°40° 0125250 mm Jan · 241 mmFeb · 188 mmMar · 210 mmApr · 137 mmMay · 101 mmJun · 58 mmJul · 32 mmAug · 20 mmSep · 38 mmOct · 81 mmNov · 157 mmDec · 238 mm 30°30°30°31°31°31°31°32°33°33°32°31° 22°22°22°23°23°22°21°22°22°23°23°23° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Sea temperature Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

ClimateJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high30°30°30°31°31°31°31°32°33°33°32°31°
Average low22°22°22°23°23°22°21°22°22°23°23°23°
Sea temperature29°29°29°30°30°29°29°28°29°29°30°30°
Rainfall (mm)2411882101371015832203881157238
Rain days181716129743461116
Sunshine per day (h)5.65.96.47.788.19.2109.79.286.2
Daylight (h)12.512.312.21211.811.711.811.912.112.312.412.5
Humidity (%)848484838178757271727782
Wind (km/h)12111091012131515121110
Go score666871818589959184817870

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

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Updated: About this data: Climate normals

Activities

What to do in Banowan, month by month

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

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

What to do in Banowan, month by month
ActivitiesJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Beach & swimming PoorPoorPoorPoorFairFairGoodGoodGoodGoodPoorPoor
Sightseeing & city walks PoorPoorPoorPoorFairFairFairFairPoorPoorFairPoor
Diving & snorkelling PoorPoorPoorFairGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodFairPoor
Photography & sunsets FairFairFairFairFairGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodFairFair

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.
Sea

Banowan: sea water temperature

Water temperature details
Water temperature today
30°C (87°F)
How it feels: very warm

Wave height: 0.5 m

Swimming season

January–December

Sat30°
Sun30°
Mon30°
Tue31°
Wed31°
Thu31°
Fri31°

Average sea temperature by month

29° Jan 29° Feb 29° Mar 30° Apr 30° May 29° Jun 29° Jul 28° 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 Banowan
Practical

Banowan: 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
05:11
Sunset
17:27
Daylight today
12.3 h
Local time in Banowan
Earthquake history

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

Strongest: M7 (2023).

Map

How to get to Banowan

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Banowan

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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 Banowan?

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

What is the weather like in Banowan in October?

In October, Banowan averages a high of 33°C (92°F) and a low of 23°C (73°F), with 81 mm of rain on about 6 days.

How warm is the sea in Banowan?

The sea is warmest in November (about 30°C (85°F)). Swimming season: January–December.

What is the rainiest month in Banowan?

January, with rain on about 18 days.

What is the nearest airport to Banowan?

Adisoemarmo International Airport (SOC), about 131 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.

What time zone is Banowan in?

Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).