Margasari i
Coastal town · Central Java

Margasari

Kabupaten Tegal · Indonesia

Now
25°
Local time
04:41 AM
Population
27.8K
Elevation
51 m
Best time to go
Jul–Aug
Go score 94/100
Sea temperature
30°
May
Main airport
YIA
145 km
Time zone
UTC+7
Asia/Jakarta
At a glance

Margasari 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 32°C (90°F); the sea is warmest in May at about 30°C (86°F).

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 32°C (90°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 8.8 hours of sunshine a day.

In October, it’s warmer here than in 72% of places in Indonesia.

Weather

16-day forecast

Margasari weather forecast
25°
Overcast
Feels like
27°
Humidity
80%
Wind
9 km/h S
Gusts
21 km/h
Cloud cover
94%
Pressure
1011 hPa
UV index
0 (now)
Sunrise / Sunset
05:21 / 17:37

Next 48 hours

25° 04 26° 07 33° 10 37° 13 33° 16 37% 28° 19 26° 22 26° 01 25° 04 27° 07 34° 10 37° 13 33° 16 35% 28° 19 26° 22 25° 01
Today
Oct 18
Light drizzle
37°25°
37% 0.4 mm 20 S
Tomorrow
Oct 19
Light drizzle
37°25°
35% 20 S
Tue
Oct 20
Light drizzle
38°24°
51% 0.5 mm 17 S
Wed
Oct 21
Light drizzle
37°25°
76% 1.1 mm 21 S
Thu
Oct 22
Light drizzle
37°25°
84% 0.6 mm 22 S
Fri
Oct 23
Light drizzle
36°25°
51% 2.0 mm 21 S
Sat
Oct 24
Overcast
36°25°
35% 24 S
Sun
Oct 25
Overcast
35°25°
45% 21 S
Mon
Oct 26
Drizzle
35°25°
61% 5.0 mm 17 S
Tue
Oct 27
Light drizzle
35°25°
76% 2.2 mm 13 S
Wed
Oct 28
Light drizzle
36°25°
73% 1.0 mm 18 S
Thu
Oct 29
Light drizzle
36°25°
75% 0.8 mm 15 S
Fri
Oct 30
Dense drizzle
35°25°
88% 7.2 mm 14 S
Sat
Oct 31
Light drizzle
31°24°
80% 2.8 mm 13 S
Sun
Nov 1
Light drizzle
34°26°
55% 22 S
Mon
Nov 2
Overcast
34°26°
64% 0.6 mm 16 NW
European AQI58Moderate
PM2.546.6
PM1049.5
NO₂19.2
O₃6
Pollen

Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.

Updated: About this data: Forecasts & outlooks

Climate

Best time to visit Margasari

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

Best time to goJuly–August
15°20°25°30°35° 0225450 mm Jan · 420 mmFeb · 397 mmMar · 405 mmApr · 288 mmMay · 209 mmJun · 128 mmJul · 91 mmAug · 81 mmSep · 132 mmOct · 229 mmNov · 336 mmDec · 393 mm 31°31°31°32°32°31°31°31°32°32°31°31° 23°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

ClimateJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high31°31°31°32°32°31°31°31°32°32°31°31°
Average low23°22°23°23°23°22°22°22°22°23°23°23°
Sea temperature29°29°29°30°30°30°29°29°29°29°30°30°
Rainfall (mm)4203974052882091289181132229336393
Rain days181617151210666101618
Sunshine per day (h)66.56.97.7888.58.88.27.976.9
Daylight (h)12.512.312.21211.811.711.711.912.112.312.412.5
Humidity (%)878786858484828079808384
Wind (km/h)88778891010988
Go score677169737884949185787069

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 Margasari, 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 Margasari, month by month
ActivitiesJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Beach & swimming PoorPoorPoorPoorPoorFairFairGoodFairFairPoorPoor
Sightseeing & city walks PoorPoorPoorPoorFairFairFairFairFairFairPoorPoor
Diving & snorkelling PoorPoorPoorPoorFairGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodPoorPoor
Photography & sunsets FairFairFairFairFairFairGoodGoodGoodFairFairFair

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.
Tourist density

Margasari: 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–September
Quietest months
December–February
Very quietQuietModerateBusyVery busy

Best value months

Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.

November–March

  • Jan67
  • Feb71
  • Mar69
  • Nov70
  • Dec69

An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.

Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices

Sea

Margasari: sea water temperature

Water temperature details
Water temperature today
29°C (85°F)
How it feels: very warm
Swimming season

January–December

Average sea temperature by month

29° Jan 29° Feb 29° Mar 30° Apr 30° May 30° Jun 29° Jul 29° 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 Margasari
Practical

Margasari: 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
05:21
Sunset
17:37
Daylight today
12.3 h
Local time in Margasari
Earthquake history

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

Strongest: M5.7 (1977).

Map

How to get to Margasari

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Margasari

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

Hotels in Margasari
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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 Margasari?

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

What is the weather like in Margasari in October?

In October, Margasari averages a high of 32°C (90°F) and a low of 23°C (73°F), with 229 mm of rain on about 10 days.

How warm is the sea in Margasari?

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

What is the rainiest month in Margasari?

January, with rain on about 18 days.

What is the nearest airport to Margasari?

Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA), about 145 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 Margasari most crowded?

The busiest months are July–September.

When is Margasari least crowded?

The quietest months are December–February.

What time zone is Margasari in?

Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).

What is the population of Margasari?

About 27,814.