Sempu
Kabupaten Banyuwangi · Indonesia
Sempu lies in East Java, Indonesia. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–October. The warmest month is November, with average highs of 30°C (85°F); the sea is warmest in March at about 29°C (84°F).
The best months to visit are July–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 30°C (85°F).
July is the coldest month, with lows around 20°C (67°F).
The wettest month is January, with rain on about 20 days.
September is the sunniest month, with about 9.6 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 27% of places in Indonesia.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 30°
- Humidity
- 91%
- Wind
- 3 km/h W
- Gusts
- 9 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 98%
- Pressure
- 1016 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 04:54 / 17:18
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Sempu
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 | 29° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 29° |
| Average low | 21° | 21° | 21° | 21° | 21° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 21° | 22° | 21° |
| Sea temperature | 29° | 29° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 28° | 29° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 320 | 270 | 274 | 160 | 171 | 120 | 116 | 69 | 91 | 127 | 183 | 263 |
| Rain days | 20 | 19 | 17 | 12 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 16 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 8.4 | 8.5 | 9.4 | 9.5 | 9.6 | 9.6 | 8.2 | 7.3 |
| 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 | 81 | 79 | 80 | 78 | 76 | 75 | 74 | 74 | 76 | 79 |
| Wind (km/h) | 14 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 12 |
| Go score | 69 | 70 | 73 | 84 | 90 | 93 | 98 | 100 | 100 | 99 | 90 | 74 |
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 Sempu, 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 | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Poor |
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Diving & snorkelling | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | 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.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- 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
Sempu: sea water temperature
January–December
Average sea temperature by month
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Sempu: 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 ≈ 18,148.2 IDR
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Calling code
- +62
- Meal, casual restaurantIDR 137,950≈ $7.60
- CappuccinoIDR 37,400≈ $2.10
- Beer (0.5 l)IDR 52,900≈ $2.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)IDR 17,450≈ $1.00
- Taxi, 5 kmIDR 94,550≈ $5.20
- Public transport ticketIDR 18,200≈ $1.00
- Mid-range hotel, per nightIDR 1,310,150≈ $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
19 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.5 (1976).
How to get to Sempu
Nearest airports
- BWXBanyuwangi AirportRogojampi, Banyuwangi21 km
- JBBNotohadinegoro AirportJember51 km
- WADELieutenant Colonel Wisnu AirfieldGerokgak, Buleleng55 km
- DPSDenpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International AirportKuta, Badung121 km
Distances
- Jakarta839 km 14 h 33 · 1 h 44
- Surabaya195 km 3 h 23
- Bekasi823 km 14 h 16 · 1 h 42
- Bandung738 km 12 h 47 · 1 h 36
- Medan2,168 km 37 h 35 · 3 h 26
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Hotels in Sempu
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.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Sempu?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Sempu is July–October.
What is the weather like in Sempu in October?
In October, Sempu averages a high of 29°C (85°F) and a low of 21°C (70°F), with 127 mm of rain on about 4 days.
How warm is the sea in Sempu?
The sea is warmest in March (about 29°C (84°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the rainiest month in Sempu?
January, with rain on about 20 days.
What is the nearest airport to Sempu?
Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), about 121 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 Sempu in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).