Kendal i
Coastal town · Central Java

Kendal

Kabupaten Kendal · Indonesia

Now
29°
Sea temperature
31°
Local time
07:51 PM
Population
—
Elevation
6 m
Best time to go
Jul–Aug
Go score 93/100
Sea temperature
30°
May
Main airport
SRG
20 km
Time zone
UTC+7
Asia/Jakarta
At a glance

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).

July is the coldest month, with lows around 22°C (71°F).

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

August is the sunniest month, with about 9.8 hours of sunshine a day.

in October, it is warmer than 87% of places in Indonesia.

Weather

16-day forecast

Kendal weather forecast
29°
Mainly clear
Feels like
34°
Humidity
71%
Wind
4 km/h W
Gusts
16 km/h
Cloud cover
32%
Pressure
1010 hPa
UV index
9
Sunrise / Sunset
05:17 / 17:32

Next 48 hours

29° 19 27° 22 26° 01 24° 04 27° 07 31° 10 33° 13 31° 16 29° 19 27° 22 26° 01 26° 04 28° 07 31° 10 33° 13 31° 16
Today
Oct 16
Overcast
34°24°
0% 20 N
Tomorrow
Oct 17
Mainly clear
33°24°
2% 18 N
Sun
Oct 18
Overcast
33°26°
12% 17 E
Mon
Oct 19
Overcast
34°25°
9% 21 N
Tue
Oct 20
Overcast
33°25°
0% 18 N
Wed
Oct 21
Overcast
34°26°
22% 16 N
Thu
Oct 22
Drizzle
33°27°
82% 3.0 mm 12 SE
Fri
Oct 23
Light drizzle
34°26°
79% 1.4 mm 13 NW
Sat
Oct 24
Light drizzle
33°26°
66% 4.6 mm 11 NE
Sun
Oct 25
Light drizzle
33°26°
47% 0.6 mm 18 NE
Mon
Oct 26
Overcast
34°27°
47% 17 E
Tue
Oct 27
Overcast
34°26°
43% 19 N
Wed
Oct 28
Overcast
34°27°
49% 15 NW
Thu
Oct 29
Light drizzle
33°26°
63% 3.4 mm 11 N
Fri
Oct 30
Light drizzle
32°26°
80% 1.4 mm 8 E
Sat
Oct 31
Drizzle
35°25°
75% 2.1 mm 16 N
European AQI135Extremely poor
PM2.550.2
PM1058.1
NO₂13.1
O₃215
Pollen

Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.

Climate

Best time to visit Kendal

Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).

Best time to goJuly–August
15°20°25°30°35° 0225450 mm Jan · 421 mmFeb · 300 mmMar · 259 mmApr · 192 mmMay · 150 mmJun · 79 mmJul · 61 mmAug · 42 mmSep · 68 mmOct · 129 mmNov · 188 mmDec · 261 mm 30°30°31°32°32°32°32°32°33°33°32°31° 22°22°23°23°23°22°22°22°22°23°23°23° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Sea temperature Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high30°30°31°32°32°32°32°32°33°33°32°31°
Average low22°22°23°23°23°22°22°22°22°23°23°23°
Sea temperature29°29°29°30°30°29°29°29°29°29°30°30°
Rainfall (mm)42130025919215079614268129188261
Rain days1917171310844581417
Sunshine per day (h)5.25.86.488.48.59.59.89.597.96.3
Daylight (h)12.512.312.21211.811.711.811.912.112.312.412.5
Humidity (%)868686848281797675778184
Wind (km/h)9997891012121099
Go score656868747984939286787168

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

Tourist density

Kendal: 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
May–June and October
Good weather, fewer crowds
Very quietQuietModerateBusyVery busy ★ Sweet spot
Sea

Kendal: sea water temperature

Water temperature details
Water temperature today
31°C (88°F)
How it feels: very warm

Wave height: 0.3 m

Swimming season

January–December

Fri31°
Sat31°
Sun31°
Mon31°
Tue31°
Wed31°
Thu31°

Average sea temperature by month

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

Nearby beaches & coastal towns

Landmarks nearby

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

Things to do in Kendal
Practical

Kendal: practical information

Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything 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 ≈ 17,944.5 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 136,400≈ $7.60
  • CappuccinoIDR 37,000≈ $2.10
  • Beer (0.5 l)IDR 52,300≈ $2.90
  • Bottled water (1.5 l)IDR 17,250≈ $1.00
  • Taxi, 5 kmIDR 93,500≈ $5.20
  • Public transport ticketIDR 18,000≈ $1.00
  • Mid-range hotel, per nightIDR 1,295,450≈ $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
05:17
Sunset
17:32
Daylight today
12.3 h
Local time in Kendal
Earthquake history

No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.

Map

How to get to Kendal

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Kendal

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

Hotels in Kendal
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Wildlife around here

The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Kendal?

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

What is the weather like in Kendal in October?

In October, Kendal averages a high of 33°C (91°F) and a low of 23°C (74°F), with 129 mm of rain on about 8 days.

How warm is the sea in Kendal?

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

What is the rainiest month in Kendal?

January, with rain on about 19 days.

What is the nearest airport to Kendal?

Jenderal Ahmad Yani Airport (SRG), about 20 km away.

What power plugs are used in Indonesia?

Plug types C, F, 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 Kendal most crowded?

The busiest months are July–August.

When is Kendal least crowded?

The quietest months are December–March.

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

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

What time zone is Kendal in?

Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).