Gatak i
Town · Central Java

Gatak

Kabupaten Boyolali · Indonesia

Now
29°
Local time
08:06 AM
Population
49K
Elevation
144 m
Best time to go
Jul–Aug
Go score 80/100
Main airport
SOC
10 km
Time zone
UTC+7
Asia/Jakarta
At a glance

Gatak 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 31°C (88°F).

The best months to visit are July–August.

October is the hottest month, with highs around 31°C (88°F).

July is the coldest month, with lows around 21°C (69°F).

The wettest month is January, with rain on about 19 days.

August is the sunniest month, with about 8.6 hours of sunshine a day.

In October, it’s warmer here than in 65% of places in Indonesia.

Weather

16-day forecast

Gatak weather forecast
29°
Partly cloudy
Feels like
31°
Humidity
64%
Wind
16 km/h SW
Gusts
35 km/h
Cloud cover
50%
Pressure
1014 hPa
UV index
0 (now)
Sunrise / Sunset
05:13 / 17:30

Next 48 hours

29° 08 35° 11 36° 14 33° 17 25% 27° 20 22% 26° 23 25° 02 25° 05 29° 08 35° 11 37° 14 33° 17 27° 20 26° 23 25° 02 25° 05
Today
Oct 18
Overcast
36°25°
29% 21 SW
Tomorrow
Oct 19
Light drizzle
37°24°
10% 22 SW
Tue
Oct 20
Drizzle
36°25°
78% 3.4 mm 21 SW
Wed
Oct 21
Light drizzle
36°25°
92% 0.7 mm 22 SW
Thu
Oct 22
Drizzle
35°24°
88% 3.3 mm 20 SW
Fri
Oct 23
Light drizzle
34°24°
59% 1.3 mm 25 SW
Sat
Oct 24
Overcast
35°24°
57% 20 SW
Sun
Oct 25
Light drizzle
34°24°
73% 2.0 mm 18 SW
Mon
Oct 26
Light drizzle
35°25°
61% 2.4 mm 16 SW
Tue
Oct 27
Dense drizzle
36°24°
84% 6.2 mm 11 SW
Wed
Oct 28
Light drizzle
34°24°
76% 2.2 mm 15 SW
Thu
Oct 29
Drizzle
35°24°
73% 5.4 mm 10 SW
Fri
Oct 30
Dense drizzle
35°24°
90% 6.2 mm 8 S
Sat
Oct 31
Rain showers
34°24°
73% 12 mm 9 SW
Sun
Nov 1
Light drizzle
38°27°
54% 4.4 mm 13 SW
Mon
Nov 2
Light drizzle
38°26°
55% 1.7 mm 7 S
European AQI51Moderate
PM2.534.7
PM1038.5
NO₂16.2
O₃28
Pollen

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Updated: About this data: Forecasts & outlooks

Climate

Best time to visit Gatak

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

Best time to goJuly–August
15°20°25°30°35° 0175350 mm Jan · 325 mmFeb · 304 mmMar · 294 mmApr · 215 mmMay · 138 mmJun · 78 mmJul · 41 mmAug · 34 mmSep · 46 mmOct · 117 mmNov · 199 mmDec · 254 mm 30°30°30°31°31°31°30°30°31°31°31°30° 22°22°22°23°22°21°21°21°22°23°23°22° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Sea temperature Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

ClimateJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high30°30°30°31°31°31°30°30°31°31°31°30°
Average low22°22°22°23°22°21°21°21°22°23°23°22°
Rainfall (mm)32530429421513878413446117199254
Rain days191817139733471417
Sunshine per day (h)5.45.767.27.67.88.58.68.287.16
Daylight (h)12.512.412.211.911.811.711.711.912.112.312.512.6
Humidity (%)868686848280787675778184
Wind (km/h)1111109910121414131211
Go score484749556368807871645550

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 Gatak, 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 Gatak, month by month
ActivitiesJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Sightseeing & city walks PoorPoorPoorPoorFairFairFairFairFairFairPoorPoor
Photography & sunsets FairFairFairFairFairGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodFairFair

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

How each activity is rated
  • Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
  • Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Tourist density

Gatak: 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
December–March
Sweet spot
June
Good weather, fewer crowds
Very quietQuietModerateBusyVery busy ★ Sweet spot

Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices

Festivals and events around Gatak

Recurring festivals and celebrations nearby, month by month.

Landmarks nearby

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

Things to do in Gatak
Practical

Gatak: 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
05:13
Sunset
17:30
Daylight today
12.3 h
Local time in Gatak
Earthquake history

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

Strongest: M6.3 (2006).

Map

How to get to Gatak

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Gatak

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

Hotels in Gatak
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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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Climate in Gatak

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Gatak?

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

What is the weather like in Gatak in October?

In October, Gatak averages a high of 31°C (88°F) and a low of 23°C (73°F), with 117 mm of rain on about 7 days.

What is the rainiest month in Gatak?

January, with rain on about 19 days.

What is the nearest airport to Gatak?

Adisoemarmo International Airport (SOC), about 10 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 Gatak most crowded?

The busiest months are July–August.

When is Gatak least crowded?

The quietest months are December–March.

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

June: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.

What time zone is Gatak in?

Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).

What is the population of Gatak?

About 48,959.