i Salem
Kabupaten Brebes · Indonesia
The best months to visit are July–September.
April is the hottest month, with highs around 29°C (83°F).
August is the coldest month, with lows around 19°C (66°F).
The wettest month is January, with rain on about 18 days.
August is the sunniest month, with about 8.3 hours of sunshine a day.
in October, it is warmer than 14% of places in Indonesia.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 26°
- Humidity
- 93%
- Wind
- 12 km/h SW
- Gusts
- 27 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 92%
- Pressure
- 1015 hPa
- UV index
- 9
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:22 / 17:38
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Salem
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 28° | 28° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 28° |
| Average low | 20° | 20° | 20° | 21° | 21° | 20° | 19° | 19° | 20° | 20° | 21° | 20° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 441 | 424 | 447 | 339 | 261 | 150 | 129 | 98 | 179 | 281 | 409 | 430 |
| Rain days | 18 | 16 | 17 | 15 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 16 | 18 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 6.1 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.3 | 7.6 | 7.4 | 6.5 | 6.7 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.5 | 12.3 | 12.2 | 12 | 11.8 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.9 | 12.1 | 12.3 | 12.5 | 12.5 |
| Humidity (%) | 86 | 86 | 86 | 85 | 85 | 84 | 83 | 80 | 80 | 81 | 84 | 85 |
| Wind (km/h) | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 |
| Go score | 62 | 63 | 62 | 66 | 71 | 79 | 89 | 90 | 85 | 77 | 66 | 62 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
What to do in Salem, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
Rainy season: September–June Dry season: July–August (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 | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | 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.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Salem: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 127 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the left
Indonesian Rupiah
IDR · Rp
1 USD ≈ 17,944.5 IDR
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Calling code
- +62
- 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.
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
19 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.5 (2017).
How to get to Salem
Nearest airports
- CXPTunggul Wulung AirportCilacap57 km
- CJNNusawiru AirportCijulang69 km
- KJTKertajati International AirportKertajati92 km
- BDOHusein Sastranegara International AirportBandung139 km
Distances
- Jakarta242 km 4 h 11
- Surabaya435 km 7 h 33 · 1 h 12
- Bekasi227 km 3 h 56
- Bandung135 km 2 h 21
- Medan1,643 km 28 h 29 · 2 h 45
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Hotels in Salem
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Places with a climate like Salem
Matched on the full year of temperature and rainfall.
Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Salem?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Salem is July–September.
What is the weather like in Salem in October?
In October, Salem averages a high of 28°C (82°F) and a low of 20°C (68°F), with 281 mm of rain on about 10 days.
What is the rainiest month in Salem?
January, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Salem?
Tunggul Wulung Airport (CXP), about 57 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.
What time zone is Salem in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).