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Kota Tegal · Indonesia
Tegal is a city in the northwest part of the province of Central Java, Indonesia. It is situated on the north coast of Central Java, about 175 km (109 mi) from Semarang, the capital of the province. It had a population of 239,599 at the 2010 Census and 273,825 at the 2020 Census; the official estimate as of mid-2025 was 297,173.
Read more — WikipediaTegal is a city on the north coast of Central Java, near the border with West Java.
The best months to visit are July–September.
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 33°C (91°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 9.5 hours of sunshine a day.
in October, it is warmer than 78% of places in Indonesia.
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i 16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 28°
- Humidity
- 76%
- Wind
- 14 km/h SW
- Gusts
- 30 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 27%
- Pressure
- 1011 hPa
- UV index
- 9
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:21 / 17:36
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Tegal
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 | 31° | 31° | 31° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 33° | 32° | 31° |
| Average low | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 23° |
| Sea temperature | 29° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 374 | 306 | 256 | 158 | 129 | 91 | 51 | 37 | 36 | 87 | 167 | 280 |
| Rain days | 18 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 15 | 18 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 5.9 | 6.6 | 7.1 | 8.2 | 8.6 | 8.4 | 9.2 | 9.5 | 9.1 | 8.7 | 7.6 | 7.1 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.5 | 12.3 | 12.2 | 12 | 11.8 | 11.7 | 11.8 | 11.9 | 12.1 | 12.3 | 12.4 | 12.5 |
| Humidity (%) | 87 | 87 | 86 | 83 | 82 | 81 | 79 | 77 | 76 | 77 | 80 | 83 |
| Wind (km/h) | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 |
| Go score | 67 | 72 | 69 | 72 | 77 | 82 | 91 | 91 | 86 | 77 | 68 | 67 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
What to do in Tegal, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
Rainy season: November–May Dry season: June–October (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 | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | 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
- Beach & swimming — Good: sea ≥ 24 °C, highs ≥ 26 °C and few rain days. Fair: sea ≥ 21 °C and highs ≥ 23 °C.
- 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.
Tegal: 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.
November–January and March
- Jan67
- Mar69
- Nov68
- Dec67
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Tegal: sea water temperature
Wave height: 0.4 m
Swimming seasonJanuary–December
Average sea temperature by month
Tegal travel guide
What to see, do, eat and where to stay — from an open, community-written travel guide.
Tegal is a city on the north coast of Central Java, near the border with West Java.
Tegal is the home of the ubiquitous warteg eating places across Indonesia (from Warung Tegal), known for their low prices.
By car Tegal is on the North Coast Route trunk road (Jalur Pantura). From the west, a tolled motorway connects Jakarta, , and Cirebon, , with Tegal. The toll ends at Tegal's western outskirts. To the east, the trunk road continues to the provincial capital Semarang, . By train By bus
The station serves about 15 trains per day from Jakarta, and a similar number from Semarang (many of them originating in East Java). There are also three trains a day from Purwokerto, and one from Bandung (via Cikampek).
Numerous intercity economy and executive buses from Jakarta and Semarang.
By ride-hailing app There are some online ride-hailing apps such as Gojek. You may choose to go by motorcycle or car.
Tegal food Glotak, a spicy dish made from gembus (Javanese tofu dregs). Kue pia, mung bean pastry. Nasi bogana, rice with side dishes wrapped in banana leaves. Olos, tapioca starch batter snack. Rujak teplak, boiled veggies with cassava sauce. Sate Tegal or Sate kambing muda (young goat or mutton satay) Sauto is soto, the widely available clear broth soup, but with the addition of fermented soybeans (tauco) giving a delicious umami hit. Widely available. Tahu aci (fried flour-filled tofu) Tahu pletok (fried flour-filled tofu) Food stalls
This is goat satay made from kids under three months old (the name batibul is from di bawah tiga bulan = below three months), a specialty of Tegal.
Serves kupat glabed, rice cake with tempeh in gravy. It is served with satay.
Tegal is famous for tea served in a small earthenware teapot (hence its name teh poci or teapot tea, clay pot tea), with little earthenware cups to drink it from. Normally strong, and served with a lump of rock sugar so big that it barely fits into the cup. Widely available. In the Slawi District of Tegal, there is a local iced drink called es lontrong, made from agar, mung bean, white bread, coconut milk, and pandan syrup.
Brebes — known for its duck-salted egg. Cirebon — the 'city of shrimps', a city about to the west. Pemalang — one of the pineapple cities.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
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Tegal: 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
8 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.6 (1982).
How to get to Tegal
Nearest airports
- CXPTunggul Wulung AirportCilacap87 km
- KJTKertajati International AirportKertajati110 km
- CJNNusawiru AirportCijulang119 km
- SRGJenderal Ahmad Yani AirportSemarang137 km
Distances
- Jakarta264 km 4 h 34
- Surabaya401 km 6 h 57 · 1 h 10
- Bekasi248 km 4 h 18
- Bandung169 km 2 h 56
- Medan1,644 km 28 h 30 · 2 h 45
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Hotels in Tegal
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.
Climate in Tegal
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tegal?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Tegal is July–September.
What is the weather like in Tegal in October?
In October, Tegal averages a high of 33°C (91°F) and a low of 23°C (73°F), with 87 mm of rain on about 10 days.
How warm is the sea in Tegal?
The sea is warmest in May (about 30°C (86°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the rainiest month in Tegal?
January, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Tegal?
Jenderal Ahmad Yani Airport (SRG), about 137 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 Tegal most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Tegal least crowded?
The quietest months are November–January and March.
When is the best time to visit Tegal without the crowds?
May–June and October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Tegal in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).
What is the population of Tegal?
About 297,173.