Basen
Kabupaten Bangkalan · Indonesia
Basen lies in East Java, Indonesia. By our climate data, the best time to visit is June–August. The warmest month is September, with average highs of 33°C (91°F); the sea is warmest in November at about 30°C (86°F).
The best months to visit are June–August.
The sea is warmest in November, at about 30°C (86°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): January–December.
September is the hottest month, with highs around 33°C (91°F).
July 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 10.8 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 79% of places in Indonesia.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 34°
- Humidity
- 76%
- Wind
- 1 km/h S
- Gusts
- 10 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 8%
- Pressure
- 1010 hPa
- UV index
- 8 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:06 / 17:21
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Basen
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° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 32° | 33° | 33° | 32° | 30° |
| Average low | 22° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 23° | 24° | 23° |
| Sea temperature | 29° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 28° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 29° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 309 | 212 | 225 | 206 | 137 | 104 | 41 | 25 | 27 | 53 | 131 | 243 |
| Rain days | 18 | 17 | 16 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 15 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 6.2 | 6.7 | 7 | 8.4 | 8.5 | 8.9 | 10 | 10.8 | 10.4 | 9.9 | 8.1 | 6.7 |
| 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 (%) | 82 | 83 | 84 | 81 | 79 | 77 | 74 | 72 | 70 | 70 | 74 | 80 |
| Wind (km/h) | 13 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 11 |
| Go score | 68 | 70 | 73 | 84 | 88 | 92 | 96 | 92 | 88 | 89 | 88 | 74 |
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 Basen, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
Rainy season: November–June Dry season: July–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 | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Poor |
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor |
| Diving & snorkelling | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | 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.
Basen: sea water temperature
Wave height: 0.1 m
Swimming seasonJanuary–December
Average sea temperature by month
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Basen: 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
12 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.7 (2017).
How to get to Basen
Nearest airports
- SUBJuanda International AirportSurabaya48 km
- MLGAbdul Rachman Saleh AirportMalang109 km
- DHXDhoho International AirportKediri135 km
Distances
- Jakarta671 km 11 h 38 · 1 h 31
- Surabaya35 km 36 min
- Bekasi655 km 11 h 21 · 1 h 29
- Bandung582 km 10 h 05 · 1 h 24
- Medan1,965 km 34 h 04 · 3 h 10
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Hotels in Basen
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
Climate in Basen
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Basen?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Basen is June–August.
What is the weather like in Basen in October?
In October, Basen averages a high of 33°C (91°F) and a low of 23°C (74°F), with 53 mm of rain on about 3 days.
How warm is the sea in Basen?
The sea is warmest in November (about 30°C (86°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the rainiest month in Basen?
January, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Basen?
Juanda International Airport (SUB), about 48 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 Basen in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).