Sawangan
Kabupaten Cilacap · Indonesia
Sawangan lies in Central Java, Indonesia. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–September. The warmest month is April, with average highs of 31°C (88°F).
The best months to visit are July–September.
April is the hottest month, with highs around 31°C (88°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 8.6 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 55% of places in Indonesia.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 32°
- Humidity
- 63%
- Wind
- 13 km/h SE
- Gusts
- 28 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 96%
- Pressure
- 1014 hPa
- UV index
- 2 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:21 / 17:38
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Sawangan
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 | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 31° |
| Average low | 23° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 23° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 364 | 333 | 310 | 268 | 205 | 144 | 71 | 74 | 135 | 254 | 312 | 331 |
| Rain days | 18 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 9 | 15 | 17 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 6.3 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 8 | 8 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 8.6 | 8 | 7.8 | 6.6 | 6.9 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.5 | 12.3 | 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 | 84 | 84 | 83 | 80 | 80 | 81 | 83 | 84 |
| Wind (km/h) | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Go score | 46 | 49 | 48 | 52 | 58 | 66 | 78 | 78 | 73 | 62 | 51 | 47 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Updated: About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Sawangan, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | 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.
- 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.
Sawangan: 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 ≈ 18,031 IDR
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Calling code
- +62
- 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.
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
53 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.5 (2017).
How to get to Sawangan
Nearest airports
- CXPTunggul Wulung AirportCilacap42 km
- CJNNusawiru AirportCijulang46 km
- KJTKertajati International AirportKertajati106 km
- BDOHusein Sastranegara International AirportBandung141 km
Distances
- Jakarta248 km 4 h 18
- Surabaya442 km 7 h 39 · 1 h 13
- Bekasi233 km 4 h 03
- Bandung137 km 2 h 22
- Medan1,656 km 28 h 42 · 2 h 46
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Hotels in Sawangan
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Places with a climate like Sawangan
Matched on temperature and rainfall across the whole year.
Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
Climate in Sawangan
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Sawangan?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Sawangan is July–September.
What is the weather like in Sawangan in October?
In October, Sawangan averages a high of 31°C (87°F) and a low of 23°C (73°F), with 254 mm of rain on about 9 days.
What is the rainiest month in Sawangan?
January, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Sawangan?
Tunggul Wulung Airport (CXP), about 42 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.
What time zone is Sawangan in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).