Blitar
Kota Blitar · Indonesia
Blitar is a city in East Java, Indonesia, about 73 km from Malang and 167 km from Surabaya. The area lies within longitude 111° 40' – 112° 09' East and its latitude is 8° 06' South. The city of Blitar lies at an altitude on average 167 metres above sea level, and is an enclave within Blitar Regency which surrounds the city on all sides. It covers an area of 33.20 km2, and had a population of 131,968 at the 2010 Census and 149,149 at the 2020 Census; the official estimate as of mid 2025 was 161,906.
Read more — WikipediaThe best months to visit are July–August.
October is the hottest month, with highs around 30°C (87°F).
July is the coldest month, with lows around 19°C (67°F).
The wettest month is January, with rain on about 18 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 9.9 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 47% of places in Indonesia.
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16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 29°
- Humidity
- 96%
- Wind
- 11 km/h SE
- Gusts
- 26 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 65%
- Pressure
- 1015 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:06 / 17:25
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Blitar
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° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° |
| Average low | 21° | 21° | 21° | 22° | 21° | 20° | 19° | 20° | 20° | 21° | 22° | 21° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 314 | 270 | 281 | 204 | 139 | 59 | 31 | 17 | 48 | 131 | 193 | 277 |
| Rain days | 18 | 18 | 16 | 11 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 15 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 7.1 | 7 | 7.4 | 8.5 | 8.6 | 9 | 9.9 | 9.9 | 9.8 | 9.6 | 8.6 | 7.6 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.5 | 12.4 | 12.2 | 11.9 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.8 | 12.1 | 12.3 | 12.5 | 12.6 |
| Humidity (%) | 83 | 84 | 83 | 79 | 79 | 77 | 73 | 71 | 69 | 70 | 74 | 79 |
| Wind (km/h) | 13 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 13 | 12 | 12 |
| Go score | 52 | 52 | 56 | 68 | 74 | 79 | 88 | 84 | 80 | 78 | 74 | 59 |
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 Blitar, 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 | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | 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
- 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.
Blitar: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Blitar: 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 ≈ 18,042.9 IDR
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Calling code
- +62
- Meal, casual restaurantIDR 137,150≈ $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 94,000≈ $5.20
- Public transport ticketIDR 18,100≈ $1.00
- Mid-range hotel, per nightIDR 1,302,550≈ $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
34 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.6 (1998).
How to get to Blitar
Nearest airports
- DHXDhoho International AirportKediri46 km
- MLGAbdul Rachman Saleh AirportMalang63 km
- SUBJuanda International AirportSurabaya105 km
Distances
- Jakarta623 km 10 h 48 · 1 h 27
- Surabaya114 km 1 h 59
- Bekasi608 km 10 h 32 · 1 h 26
- Bandung520 km 9 h 00 · 1 h 19
- Medan1,982 km 34 h 22 · 3 h 11
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Hotels in Blitar
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Places with a climate like Blitar
Matched on temperature and rainfall across the whole year.
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
Climate in Blitar
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Blitar?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Blitar is July–August.
What is the weather like in Blitar in October?
In October, Blitar averages a high of 30°C (87°F) and a low of 21°C (70°F), with 131 mm of rain on about 3 days.
What is the rainiest month in Blitar?
January, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Blitar?
Juanda International Airport (SUB), about 105 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 Blitar most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Blitar least crowded?
The quietest months are January–March.
When is the best time to visit Blitar without the crowds?
May and November: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Blitar in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).
What is the population of Blitar?
About 161,204.