Cianjur
Kabupaten Cianjur · Indonesia
Cianjur Regency is a regency of West Java, Indonesia. The area of the regency is 3,614.38 km2 and its population at the 2010 Census was 2,171,281; the 2020 Census produced a total of 2,477,560 and the official estimate published by the regency government as of 2025 was 2,610,316. The town (district) of Cianjur is its seat.
Read more — WikipediaThe best months to visit are July–August.
September is the hottest month, with highs around 28°C (82°F).
August is the coldest month, with lows around 18°C (65°F).
The wettest month is December, with rain on about 20 days.
August is the sunniest month, with about 8.3 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 12% of places in Indonesia.
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16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 31°
- Humidity
- 78%
- Wind
- 5 km/h NE
- Gusts
- 14 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 97%
- Pressure
- 1010 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:25 / 17:44
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Cianjur
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 | 26° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 26° |
| Average low | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 19° | 18° | 18° | 19° | 19° | 20° | 20° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 298 | 230 | 276 | 275 | 188 | 97 | 86 | 97 | 128 | 240 | 302 | 284 |
| Rain days | 18 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 13 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 13 | 18 | 20 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 4.7 | 5.6 | 6 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.7 | 8.2 | 8.3 | 7.5 | 6.9 | 6.2 | 6 |
| 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 (%) | 85 | 84 | 84 | 84 | 84 | 81 | 79 | 77 | 77 | 78 | 82 | 83 |
| Wind (km/h) | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Go score | 64 | 70 | 69 | 69 | 70 | 76 | 83 | 82 | 77 | 70 | 65 | 67 |
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 Cianjur, 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 | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Hiking | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Poor | 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.
Rainy season in Java: November–May · Wettest month: January Month by month
Cianjur: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Best value months
Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.
November–March
- Jan64
- Feb70
- Mar69
- Nov65
- Dec67
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Mount Gede
volcano in West Java, Indonesia
Gunung Padang Megalithic Site
Sundanese archaeological site
Mount Pangrango
volcano in West Java, Indonesia
Cipanas Palace
official residence and office of the President of Indonesia
Telaga Warna
lake in Dieng Mountain
Mount Masigit
mountain in Sukabumi Regency, West Java, Indonesia
Situ Gunung
lagoon in Indonesia
Sanghyang Heuleut
lake and geological feature in Indonesia
Bumi Ageung Cikidang Museum, Cianjur Regency
cultural heritage of Cianjur
Situ Jeruk
lake in Indonesia
Cianjur: 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 ≈ 18,107.8 IDR
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Calling code
- +62
- Meal, casual restaurantIDR 137,650≈ $7.60
- CappuccinoIDR 37,350≈ $2.10
- Beer (0.5 l)IDR 52,800≈ $2.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)IDR 17,450≈ $1.00
- Taxi, 5 kmIDR 94,350≈ $5.20
- Public transport ticketIDR 18,150≈ $1.00
- Mid-range hotel, per nightIDR 1,307,200≈ $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
65 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.5 (1985).
How to get to Cianjur
Nearest airports
- BDOHusein Sastranegara International AirportBandung49 km
- HLPHalim Perdanakusuma International AirportJakarta68 km
- CGKSoekarno-Hatta International AirportJakarta94 km
- KJTKertajati International AirportKertajati115 km
Distances
- Jakarta75 km 1 h 18
- Surabaya621 km 10 h 46 · 1 h 27
- Bekasi67 km 1 h 10
- Bandung53 km 55 min
- Medan1,491 km 25 h 51 · 2 h 34
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Hotels in Cianjur
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Places with a climate like Cianjur
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.
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Climate in Cianjur
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cianjur?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Cianjur is July–August.
What is the weather like in Cianjur in October?
In October, Cianjur averages a high of 28°C (82°F) and a low of 19°C (66°F), with 240 mm of rain on about 13 days.
What is the rainiest month in Cianjur?
December, with rain on about 20 days.
What is the nearest airport to Cianjur?
Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport (HLP), about 68 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 Cianjur most crowded?
The busiest months are July–September.
When is Cianjur least crowded?
The quietest months are November–January.
When is the best time to visit Cianjur without the crowds?
February–June and October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Cianjur in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).
What is the population of Cianjur?
About 174,587.