Ciakar
Kabupaten Sukabumi · Indonesia
Ciakar lies in West Java, Indonesia. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–September. The warmest month is May, with average highs of 27°C (81°F).
The best months to visit are July–September.
May is the hottest month, with highs around 27°C (81°F).
August is the coldest month, with lows around 19°C (65°F).
The wettest month is December, with rain on about 18 days.
August is the sunniest month, with about 8.8 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 10% of places in Indonesia.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 24°
- Humidity
- 96%
- Wind
- 2 km/h NW
- Gusts
- 4 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 14%
- Pressure
- 1013 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:29 / 17:45
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Ciakar
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 | 25° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 26° | 26° |
| Average low | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 19° | 19° | 19° | 19° | 20° | 20° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 368 | 274 | 338 | 300 | 233 | 165 | 128 | 141 | 155 | 315 | 424 | 360 |
| Rain days | 17 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 12 | 17 | 18 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 5 | 5.9 | 6.5 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.1 | 8.6 | 8.8 | 7.9 | 7.4 | 6.5 | 6.4 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.5 | 12.3 | 12.2 | 12 | 11.8 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.9 | 12.1 | 12.3 | 12.5 | 12.5 |
| Humidity (%) | 86 | 85 | 85 | 85 | 84 | 82 | 80 | 78 | 78 | 80 | 82 | 84 |
| Wind (km/h) | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 8 |
| Go score | 66 | 72 | 71 | 75 | 76 | 83 | 89 | 88 | 85 | 78 | 70 | 68 |
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 Ciakar, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
Rainy season: September–June Dry season: July–August (Based on average monthly rainfall)
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | 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.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Ciakar: 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
110 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M7 (2009).
How to get to Ciakar
Nearest airports
- BDOHusein Sastranegara International AirportBandung82 km
- HLPHalim Perdanakusuma International AirportJakarta105 km
- CGKSoekarno-Hatta International AirportJakarta124 km
Distances
- Jakarta111 km 1 h 56
- Surabaya645 km 11 h 10 · 1 h 29
- Bekasi109 km 1 h 53
- Bandung84 km 1 h 27
- Medan1,509 km 26 h 09 · 2 h 35
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Hotels in Ciakar
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Places with a climate like Ciakar
Matched on temperature and rainfall across the whole year.
Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
Climate in Ciakar
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ciakar?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Ciakar is July–September.
What is the weather like in Ciakar in October?
In October, Ciakar averages a high of 27°C (81°F) and a low of 19°C (67°F), with 315 mm of rain on about 12 days.
What is the rainiest month in Ciakar?
December, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Ciakar?
Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport (HLP), 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.
What time zone is Ciakar in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).