Purworejo
Kabupaten Purworejo · Indonesia
Purworejo lies in Central Java, Indonesia. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–September. The warmest month is October, with average highs of 31°C (88°F); the sea is warmest in March at about 29°C (84°F).
The best months to visit are July–September.
The sea is warmest in March, at about 29°C (84°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): January–December.
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.
July is the sunniest month, with about 7.5 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 57% of places in Indonesia.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 28°
- Humidity
- 99%
- Wind
- 3 km/h W
- Gusts
- 12 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 100%
- Pressure
- 1016 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:12 / 17:34
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Purworejo
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 | 30° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 30° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 30° |
| Average low | 22° | 22° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 22° | 21° | 21° | 22° | 22° | 23° | 22° |
| Sea temperature | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 26° | 25° | 25° | 26° | 28° | 29° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 388 | 321 | 339 | 230 | 173 | 99 | 44 | 36 | 72 | 175 | 317 | 360 |
| Rain days | 19 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 14 | 17 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 5.3 | 5.6 | 6 | 6.8 | 7 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 6.9 | 6.8 | 6 | 5.8 |
| 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 (%) | 86 | 86 | 86 | 85 | 85 | 84 | 83 | 81 | 81 | 82 | 84 | 85 |
| Wind (km/h) | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 9 |
| Go score | 65 | 67 | 69 | 76 | 83 | 87 | 94 | 94 | 91 | 84 | 73 | 68 |
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 Purworejo, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach & swimming | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Diving & snorkelling | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair |
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.
Rainy season in Indonesia: October–May · Wettest month: January Month by month
Purworejo: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Best value months
Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.
December–March
- Jan65
- Feb67
- Mar69
- Dec68
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Purworejo: sea water temperature
Wave height: 1.3 m
Swimming seasonJanuary–December
Average sea temperature by month
About this data: Sea temperature
Nearby beaches & coastal towns
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Borobudur Temple
Buddhist temple in Java, Indonesia
Borobudur Temple Compounds
UNESCO World Heritage Site in Central Java, Indonesia
Karmawibhangga Museum
archaeology museum in Central Java, Indonesia
Samudra Raksa Museum
maritime museum, Archaeology museum in Central Java, Indonesia
Mountain Kucir
mountain in Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Suroloyo Peak
mountain in Java, Indonesia
Mountain Ayamayam
mountain in Indonesia
Mountain Sigepak
mountain in Indonesia
Pantai Glagah Indah
Saint Thérèse of Lisieux Church, Boro
Purworejo: 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 ≈ 18,148.2 IDR
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Calling code
- +62
- Meal, casual restaurantIDR 137,950≈ $7.60
- CappuccinoIDR 37,400≈ $2.10
- Beer (0.5 l)IDR 52,900≈ $2.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)IDR 17,450≈ $1.00
- Taxi, 5 kmIDR 94,550≈ $5.20
- Public transport ticketIDR 18,200≈ $1.00
- Mid-range hotel, per nightIDR 1,310,150≈ $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
12 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.3 (2006).
How to get to Purworejo
Nearest airports
- YIAYogyakarta International AirportYogyakarta22 km
- JOGAdisutjipto International AirportYogyakarta47 km
- SOCAdisoemarmo International AirportSurakarta85 km
- SRGJenderal Ahmad Yani AirportSemarang92 km
- CXPTunggul Wulung AirportCilacap108 km
Distances
- Jakarta387 km 6 h 42 · 1 h 09
- Surabaya306 km 5 h 19
- Bekasi372 km 6 h 26 · 1 h 08
- Bandung279 km 4 h 50
- Medan1,778 km 30 h 49 · 2 h 56
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Hotels in Purworejo
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Purworejo?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Purworejo is July–September.
What is the weather like in Purworejo in October?
In October, Purworejo averages a high of 31°C (88°F) and a low of 22°C (72°F), with 175 mm of rain on about 8 days.
How warm is the sea in Purworejo?
The sea is warmest in March (about 29°C (84°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the rainiest month in Purworejo?
January, with rain on about 19 days.
What is the nearest airport to Purworejo?
Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA), about 22 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 Purworejo most crowded?
The busiest months are July–September.
When is Purworejo least crowded?
The quietest months are December–February.
When is the best time to visit Purworejo without the crowds?
May: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Purworejo in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).