Gombong
Kabupaten Kebumen · Indonesia
Gombong lies in Central Java, Indonesia. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–September. The warmest month is April, with average highs of 32°C (89°F).
The best months to visit are July–September.
April is the hottest month, with highs around 32°C (89°F).
July is the coldest month, with lows around 21°C (69°F).
The wettest month is January, with rain on about 18 days.
August is the sunniest month, with about 8.1 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 59% of places in Indonesia.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 32°
- Humidity
- 74%
- Wind
- 4 km/h SE
- Gusts
- 13 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 100%
- Pressure
- 1014 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:16 / 17:36
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Gombong
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 31° | 31° | 32° | 32° | 31° | 31° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° |
| Average low | 22° | 22° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 22° | 21° | 21° | 21° | 22° | 23° | 23° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 331 | 289 | 313 | 240 | 191 | 137 | 66 | 69 | 115 | 287 | 364 | 364 |
| Rain days | 18 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 11 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 15 | 17 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 6 | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8 | 8.1 | 7.5 | 7.4 | 6.7 | 6.8 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.5 | 12.4 | 12.2 | 11.9 | 11.8 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.9 | 12.1 | 12.3 | 12.5 | 12.6 |
| Humidity (%) | 87 | 87 | 87 | 86 | 86 | 86 | 85 | 84 | 84 | 84 | 86 | 86 |
| Wind (km/h) | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 8 |
| Go score | 44 | 43 | 44 | 49 | 58 | 64 | 74 | 73 | 69 | 61 | 50 | 47 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Gombong, 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)
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | 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
- 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.
Rainy season in Java: November–May · Wettest month: January Month by month
Gombong: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Van der Wijck Fort
fortress in Kebumen, Central Java, Indonesia
Pantai Logending
beach in Kebumen, Central Java, Indonesia
Jatijajar Cave
cave in Kebumen, Central Java, Indonesia
Pantai Karangbolong
beach in Kebumen Regency
Pantai Menganti
beach in Kebumen, Central Java, Indonesia
Pantai Suwuk
beach in Kebumen, Central Java, Indonesia
Air Terjun Sawangan
waterfall in Kebumen, Central Java, Indonesia
Gunung Duwur
mountain in Indonesia
Lawet Monument
monument in Kebumen, Central Java, Indonesia
Goa Petruk
cave in Kebumen, Central Java, Indonesia
Gombong: 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 ≈ 18,107.8 IDR
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Calling code
- +62
- Meal, casual restaurantIDR 137,650≈ $7.60
- CappuccinoIDR 37,350≈ $2.10
- Beer (0.5 l)IDR 52,800≈ $2.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)IDR 17,450≈ $1.00
- Taxi, 5 kmIDR 94,350≈ $5.20
- Public transport ticketIDR 18,150≈ $1.00
- Mid-range hotel, per nightIDR 1,307,200≈ $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
23 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.3 (2001).
How to get to Gombong
Nearest airports
- CXPTunggul Wulung AirportCilacap53 km
- YIAYogyakarta International AirportYogyakarta68 km
- JOGAdisutjipto International AirportYogyakarta103 km
- CJNNusawiru AirportCijulang114 km
- SRGJenderal Ahmad Yani AirportSemarang118 km
- SOCAdisoemarmo International AirportSurakarta137 km
Distances
- Jakarta333 km 5 h 46
- Surabaya359 km 6 h 13 · 1 h 07
- Bekasi318 km 5 h 30
- Bandung224 km 3 h 53
- Medan1,731 km 30 h 00 · 2 h 52
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Hotels in Gombong
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 Gombong
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gombong?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Gombong is July–September.
What is the weather like in Gombong in October?
In October, Gombong averages a high of 31°C (88°F) and a low of 22°C (72°F), with 287 mm of rain on about 8 days.
What is the rainiest month in Gombong?
January, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Gombong?
Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA), about 68 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 Gombong most crowded?
The busiest months are July–September.
When is Gombong least crowded?
The quietest months are December–March.
When is the best time to visit Gombong without the crowds?
June and October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Gombong in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).
What is the population of Gombong?
About 50,950.