i Bulakamba
Kabupaten Brebes · Indonesia
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 33°C (91°F).
August is the coldest month, with lows around 22°C (71°F).
The wettest month is January, with rain on about 18 days.
August is the sunniest month, with about 9.5 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 84% of places in Indonesia.
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- Feels like
- 28°
- Humidity
- 81%
- Wind
- 13 km/h S
- Gusts
- 23 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 13%
- Pressure
- 1011 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:21 / 17:37
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Bulakamba
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 31° | 31° | 31° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 33° | 33° | 32° | 32° |
| Average low | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 23° |
| Sea temperature | 29° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 396 | 355 | 306 | 191 | 139 | 96 | 55 | 37 | 38 | 93 | 178 | 309 |
| Rain days | 18 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 15 | 18 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 6 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 8.2 | 8.5 | 8.4 | 9.1 | 9.5 | 9 | 8.5 | 7.4 | 7 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.5 | 12.3 | 12.2 | 12 | 11.8 | 11.7 | 11.8 | 11.9 | 12.1 | 12.3 | 12.4 | 12.5 |
| Humidity (%) | 87 | 87 | 86 | 83 | 82 | 82 | 79 | 76 | 75 | 77 | 80 | 83 |
| Wind (km/h) | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 |
| Go score | 67 | 72 | 70 | 72 | 76 | 81 | 90 | 89 | 83 | 75 | 66 | 65 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
What to do in Bulakamba, 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)
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach & swimming | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Diving & snorkelling | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair |
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.
Bulakamba: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Best value months
Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.
November–April
- Jan67
- Feb72
- Mar70
- Apr72
- Nov66
- Dec65
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Bulakamba: sea water temperature
Wave height: 0.4 m
Swimming seasonJanuary–December
Average sea temperature by month
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Bulakamba: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 127 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the left
Indonesian Rupiah
IDR · Rp
1 USD ≈ 18,031 IDR
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Calling code
- +62
- 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.
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
10 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.6 (1982).
How to get to Bulakamba
Nearest airports
- CXPTunggul Wulung AirportCilacap86 km
- KJTKertajati International AirportKertajati91 km
- CJNNusawiru AirportCijulang107 km
Distances
- Jakarta244 km 4 h 14
- Surabaya421 km 7 h 18 · 1 h 11
- Bekasi229 km 3 h 58
- Bandung149 km 2 h 35
- Medan1,630 km 28 h 15 · 2 h 44
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Hotels in Bulakamba
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
Climate in Bulakamba
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Bulakamba?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Bulakamba is July–August.
What is the weather like in Bulakamba in October?
In October, Bulakamba averages a high of 33°C (91°F) and a low of 23°C (74°F), with 93 mm of rain on about 10 days.
How warm is the sea in Bulakamba?
The sea is warmest in May (about 30°C (86°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the rainiest month in Bulakamba?
January, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Bulakamba?
Tunggul Wulung Airport (CXP), about 86 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 Bulakamba most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Bulakamba least crowded?
The quietest months are November–January.
When is the best time to visit Bulakamba without the crowds?
May–June and October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Bulakamba in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).
What is the population of Bulakamba?
About 27,367.