Purbalingga i
Town · Central Java

Purbalingga

Kabupaten Purbalingga · Indonesia

Now
29°
Local time
10:37 AM
Population
56.9K
Elevation
61 m
Best time to go
Jul–Sep
Go score 75/100
Main airport
YIA
96 km
Time zone
UTC+7
Asia/Jakarta
At a glance

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 8.2 hours of sunshine a day.

in October, it is warmer than 65% of places in Indonesia.

Weather

16-day forecast

Purbalingga weather forecast
29°
Partly cloudy
Feels like
33°
Humidity
69%
Wind
4 km/h NE
Gusts
14 km/h
Cloud cover
59%
Pressure
1015 hPa
UV index
9
Sunrise / Sunset
05:20 / 17:36

Next 48 hours

28° 08 33° 11 23% 33° 14 44% 30° 17 55% 26° 20 25° 23 24° 02 24° 05 28° 08 33° 11 32° 14 39% 29° 17 31% 27° 20 25° 23 25° 02 25° 05
Today
Oct 16
Light drizzle
34°25°
73% 10 E
Tomorrow
Oct 17
Light drizzle
34°24°
44% 0.3 mm 13 SE
Sun
Oct 18
Light drizzle
35°24°
49% 0.3 mm 8 N
Mon
Oct 19
Light drizzle
35°24°
96% 0.4 mm 8 NE
Tue
Oct 20
Overcast
35°23°
75% 5 NE
Wed
Oct 21
Rain showers
35°24°
87% 6.2 mm 8 N
Thu
Oct 22
Light drizzle
33°25°
66% 2.5 mm 6 SW
Fri
Oct 23
Rain showers
33°25°
60% 12 mm 7 W
Sat
Oct 24
Light drizzle
31°25°
60% 5.5 mm 8 S
Sun
Oct 25
Light drizzle
31°25°
54% 2.4 mm 7 SW
Mon
Oct 26
Heavy showers
31°25°
62% 19 mm 5 N
Tue
Oct 27
Drizzle
33°25°
77% 6.5 mm 5 N
Wed
Oct 28
Rain showers
33°25°
75% 9.0 mm 5 N
Thu
Oct 29
Drizzle
32°26°
74% 6.0 mm 5 E
Fri
Oct 30
Drizzle
33°24°
72% 3.7 mm 12 SE
Sat
Oct 31
Dense drizzle
33°23°
77% 6.5 mm 13 S
European AQI52Moderate
PM2.525.6
PM1030
NO₂2.4
O₃112
Pollen

Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.

Climate

Best time to visit Purbalingga

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

Best time to goJuly–September
15°20°25°30°35° 0225450 mm Jan · 393 mmFeb · 349 mmMar · 401 mmApr · 295 mmMay · 233 mmJun · 142 mmJul · 86 mmAug · 80 mmSep · 123 mmOct · 309 mmNov · 391 mmDec · 419 mm 31°31°31°32°31°31°30°30°31°31°31°31° 22°22°22°22°22°22°21°21°21°22°22°22° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Sea temperature Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high31°31°31°32°31°31°30°30°31°31°31°31°
Average low22°22°22°22°22°22°21°21°21°22°22°22°
Rainfall (mm)3933494012952331428680123309391419
Rain days1817171411955591517
Sunshine per day (h)6.26.477.67.888.18.27.77.66.97.1
Daylight (h)12.512.312.211.911.811.711.711.912.112.312.512.5
Humidity (%)888888878786868484848686
Wind (km/h)8887891011111098
Go score444546505765747570604947

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

Tourist density

Purbalingga: 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 and October
Good weather, fewer crowds
Very quietQuietModerateBusyVery busy ★ Sweet spot

Landmarks nearby

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

Things to do in Purbalingga
Practical

Purbalingga: 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
05:20
Sunset
17:36
Daylight today
12.3 h
Local time in Purbalingga
Earthquake history

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

Strongest: M6.1 (2014).

Map

How to get to Purbalingga

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Purbalingga

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

Hotels in Purbalingga
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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 Purbalingga?

Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Purbalingga is July–September.

What is the weather like in Purbalingga in October?

In October, Purbalingga averages a high of 31°C (88°F) and a low of 22°C (72°F), with 309 mm of rain on about 9 days.

What is the rainiest month in Purbalingga?

January, with rain on about 18 days.

What is the nearest airport to Purbalingga?

Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA), about 96 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 Purbalingga most crowded?

The busiest months are July–August.

When is Purbalingga least crowded?

The quietest months are December–March.

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

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

What time zone is Purbalingga in?

Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).

What is the population of Purbalingga?

About 56,903.