Karangsembung
Kabupaten Cirebon · Indonesia
Karangsembung lies in West Java, Indonesia. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–August. The warmest month is October, with average highs of 33°C (92°F); the sea is warmest in May at about 30°C (86°F).
The best months to visit are July–August.
The sea is warmest in May, at about 30°C (86°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): January–December.
October is the hottest month, with highs around 33°C (92°F).
August is the coldest month, with lows around 22°C (71°F).
The wettest month is January, with rain on about 18 days.
August is the sunniest month, with about 9.1 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 93% of places in Indonesia.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 37°
- Humidity
- 50%
- Wind
- 11 km/h S
- Gusts
- 26 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 44%
- Pressure
- 1009 hPa
- UV index
- 1 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:20 / 17:38
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Karangsembung
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° | 31° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 33° | 33° | 32° | 32° |
| Average low | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 23° | 23° | 23° |
| Sea temperature | 29° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 29° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 430 | 391 | 358 | 224 | 157 | 95 | 60 | 34 | 38 | 90 | 181 | 347 |
| Rain days | 18 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 16 | 18 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 6.1 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 8 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 8.7 | 9.1 | 8.5 | 8 | 7 | 6.8 |
| 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 (%) | 87 | 86 | 86 | 84 | 83 | 82 | 79 | 75 | 74 | 77 | 81 | 84 |
| Wind (km/h) | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 |
| Go score | 67 | 72 | 68 | 69 | 75 | 80 | 86 | 85 | 78 | 70 | 63 | 63 |
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 Karangsembung, 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 | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Diving & snorkelling | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | 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 Java: November–May · Wettest month: January Month by month
Karangsembung: 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–January and March–April
- Jan67
- Mar68
- Apr69
- Nov63
- Dec63
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Karangsembung: sea water temperature
January–December
Average sea temperature by month
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Great Mosque of Cirebon
mosque in Indonesia
At-Taqwa Mosque, Cirebon
mosque in Indonesia
Palace Kasepuhan
old palace in Cirebon, Java, Indonesia
Kraton Kanoman
palace in Indonesia
Red Mosque of Panjunan
mosque in Cirebon Regency, West Java, Indonesia
Kraton Kacirebonan
palace in Indonesia
Cipari Megalithic Site
Sundanese archaeological site
Saint Joseph Church, Cirebon
cultural heritage buildings in Cirebon
Kejawanan Beach
Sumber Great Mosque
Mosque in Indonesia
Telaga Wasiat
lake in Indonesia
Telaga Ayakan
lake in Indonesia
Karangsembung: 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 ≈ 18,075.8 IDR
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Calling code
- +62
- Meal, casual restaurantIDR 137,400≈ $7.60
- CappuccinoIDR 37,300≈ $2.10
- Beer (0.5 l)IDR 52,700≈ $2.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)IDR 17,400≈ $1.00
- Taxi, 5 kmIDR 94,200≈ $5.20
- Public transport ticketIDR 18,100≈ $1.00
- Mid-range hotel, per nightIDR 1,304,900≈ $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
11 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.5 (2017).
How to get to Karangsembung
Nearest airports
- KJTKertajati International AirportKertajati57 km
- CJNNusawiru AirportCijulang98 km
- CXPTunggul Wulung AirportCilacap99 km
- BDOHusein Sastranegara International AirportBandung118 km
Distances
- Jakarta211 km 3 h 39
- Surabaya456 km 7 h 54 · 1 h 14
- Bekasi195 km 3 h 23
- Bandung115 km 1 h 59
- Medan1,604 km 27 h 48 · 2 h 42
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Hotels in Karangsembung
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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Climate in Karangsembung
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Karangsembung?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Karangsembung is July–August.
What is the weather like in Karangsembung in October?
In October, Karangsembung averages a high of 33°C (92°F) and a low of 23°C (73°F), with 90 mm of rain on about 10 days.
How warm is the sea in Karangsembung?
The sea is warmest in May (about 30°C (86°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the rainiest month in Karangsembung?
January, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Karangsembung?
Kertajati International Airport (KJT), about 57 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 Karangsembung most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Karangsembung least crowded?
The quietest months are November–January.
When is the best time to visit Karangsembung without the crowds?
February, May–June, and September: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Karangsembung in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).
What is the population of Karangsembung?
About 75,856.