Semalang
Kabupaten Banyuwangi · Indonesia
Semalang lies in East Java, Indonesia. By our climate data, the best time to visit is June–October. The warmest month is November, with average highs of 31°C (87°F); the sea is warmest in March at about 29°C (84°F).
The best months to visit are June–October.
The sea is warmest in March, at about 29°C (84°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): January–December.
November is the hottest month, with highs around 31°C (87°F).
July is the coldest month, with lows around 21°C (69°F).
The wettest month is January, with rain on about 18 days.
September is the sunniest month, with about 10.5 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 46% of places in Indonesia.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 26°
- Humidity
- 62%
- Wind
- 5 km/h W
- Gusts
- 9 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 6%
- Pressure
- 1015 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 04:57 / 17:17
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Semalang
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° | 30° | 30° | 31° | 30° | 29° | 28° | 28° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 30° |
| Average low | 22° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 21° | 21° | 21° | 21° | 22° | 22° | 22° |
| Sea temperature | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 28° | 29° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 285 | 241 | 227 | 131 | 136 | 96 | 91 | 62 | 81 | 102 | 149 | 237 |
| Rain days | 18 | 18 | 16 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 15 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 7.5 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 9.4 | 9.4 | 9.3 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.5 | 10.4 | 8.8 | 7.9 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.6 | 12.4 | 12.2 | 11.9 | 11.7 | 11.6 | 11.7 | 11.8 | 12.1 | 12.3 | 12.5 | 12.6 |
| Humidity (%) | 80 | 81 | 82 | 79 | 79 | 78 | 76 | 74 | 74 | 74 | 76 | 79 |
| Wind (km/h) | 13 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 11 |
| Go score | 70 | 72 | 76 | 88 | 94 | 97 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 94 | 77 |
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 Semalang, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
Rainy season: December–March Dry season: April–November (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.
Rainy season in Indonesia: October–May · Wettest month: January Month by month
Semalang: sea water temperature
January–December
Average sea temperature by month
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Semalang: 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 ≈ 18,042.7 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 1,302,500≈ $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
22 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.5 (1976).
How to get to Semalang
Nearest airports
- BWXBanyuwangi AirportRogojampi, Banyuwangi15 km
- WADELieutenant Colonel Wisnu AirfieldGerokgak, Buleleng50 km
- JBBNotohadinegoro AirportJember60 km
- DPSDenpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International AirportKuta, Badung112 km
Distances
- Jakarta848 km 14 h 42 · 1 h 44
- Surabaya204 km 3 h 32
- Bekasi832 km 14 h 25 · 1 h 43
- Bandung746 km 12 h 56 · 1 h 36
- Medan2,177 km 37 h 44 · 3 h 26
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Hotels in Semalang
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Semalang?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Semalang is June–October.
What is the weather like in Semalang in October?
In October, Semalang averages a high of 31°C (87°F) and a low of 22°C (72°F), with 102 mm of rain on about 2 days.
How warm is the sea in Semalang?
The sea is warmest in March (about 29°C (84°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the rainiest month in Semalang?
January, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Semalang?
Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), about 112 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 Semalang in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).