Kresek i
Coastal town · West Java

Kresek

Indonesia

Now
30°
Sea temperature
31°
Local time
08:58 AM
Population
110.2K
Elevation
16 m
Best time to go
Jul–Aug
Go score 89/100
Sea temperature
30°
May
Main airport
CGK
31 km
Time zone
UTC+7
Asia/Jakarta
At a glance

Kresek is a village and an administrative district (kecamatan) within Tangerang Regency in the province of Banten, on Java, Indonesia. The district covers a land area of 29.99 km2, and had a population at the 2010 Census of 60,735 and at the 2020 Census of 68,039; the official estimate as of mid-2024 was 74,297. The administrative centre is at the village of Kresek, and the district is sub-divided into nine villages (desa), all sharing the postcode of 15621, and listed below with their areas and their officially-estimated populations as of mid-2024.

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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.

September is the hottest month, with highs around 32°C (89°F).

August is the coldest month, with lows around 22°C (72°F).

The wettest month is December, with rain on about 19 days.

August is the sunniest month, with about 9.1 hours of sunshine a day.

in October, it is warmer than 69% of places in Indonesia.

Weather

16-day forecast

Kresek weather forecast
30°
Partly cloudy
Feels like
35°
Humidity
67%
Wind
6 km/h S
Gusts
17 km/h
Cloud cover
61%
Pressure
1013 hPa
UV index
9
Sunrise / Sunset
05:32 / 17:47

Next 48 hours

29° 08 33° 11 33° 14 42% 31° 17 40% 28° 20 27° 23 26° 02 24° 05 29° 08 34° 11 35° 14 31° 17 28% 29° 20 27° 23 24° 02 24° 05
Today
Oct 16
Light drizzle
35°24°
55% 0.7 mm 20 NE
Tomorrow
Oct 17
Drizzle
35°24°
37% 0.6 mm 16 NW
Sun
Oct 18
Drizzle
35°24°
86% 1.2 mm 16 N
Mon
Oct 19
Drizzle
35°25°
91% 1.1 mm 16 N
Tue
Oct 20
Drizzle
34°25°
59% 3.0 mm 15 NE
Wed
Oct 21
Light drizzle
34°24°
63% 0.3 mm 15 SE
Thu
Oct 22
Rain showers
35°24°
94% 11 mm 17 W
Fri
Oct 23
Light drizzle
33°24°
88% 3.0 mm 10 E
Sat
Oct 24
Drizzle
33°24°
98% 3.6 mm 14 W
Sun
Oct 25
Drizzle
32°24°
88% 6.5 mm 15 SW
Mon
Oct 26
Drizzle
30°24°
78% 6.7 mm 9 S
Tue
Oct 27
Drizzle
32°24°
80% 5.4 mm 12 E
Wed
Oct 28
Dense drizzle
32°23°
80% 7.1 mm 14 E
Thu
Oct 29
Drizzle
33°23°
84% 5.4 mm 12 E
Fri
Oct 30
Light drizzle
32°23°
86% 1.6 mm 11 SE
Sat
Oct 31
Light drizzle
34°26°
34% 0.6 mm 24 N
European AQI81Very poor
PM2.593.6
PM1097.6
NO₂48
O₃79
Pollen

Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.

Climate

Best time to visit Kresek

Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).

Best time to goJuly–August
20°25°30°35°40° 0175350 mm Jan · 318 mmFeb · 245 mmMar · 203 mmApr · 183 mmMay · 116 mmJun · 92 mmJul · 82 mmAug · 78 mmSep · 94 mmOct · 142 mmNov · 155 mmDec · 204 mm 29°29°30°31°31°31°31°31°32°32°31°30° 23°23°23°23°23°23°22°22°22°23°23°23° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Sea temperature Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high29°29°30°31°31°31°31°31°32°32°31°30°
Average low23°23°23°23°23°23°22°22°22°23°23°23°
Sea temperature29°29°29°30°30°30°29°29°29°29°30°29°
Rainfall (mm)31824520318311692827894142155204
Rain days171415161412988131719
Sunshine per day (h)4.55.56.67.77.97.88.79.18.67.86.55.5
Daylight (h)12.412.312.21211.811.811.811.912.112.312.412.5
Humidity (%)848383828180787777777981
Wind (km/h)999888898889
Go score667373757682898883756966

The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.

Tourist density

Kresek: tourist crowds by month

How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.

Tourist density
Low
Busiest months
July–August
Quietest months
December–January
Sweet spot
April–June and September–October
Good weather, fewer crowds
Very quietQuietModerateBusyVery busy ★ Sweet spot
Sea

Kresek: sea water temperature

Water temperature details
Water temperature today
31°C (88°F)
How it feels: very warm
Swimming season

January–December

Fri31°
Sat31°
Sun31°
Mon31°
Tue32°
Wed32°
Thu32°

Average sea temperature by month

29° Jan 29° Feb 29° Mar 30° Apr 30° May 30° Jun 29° Jul 29° Aug 29° Sep 29° Oct 30° Nov 29° Dec

Nearby beaches & coastal towns

Landmarks nearby

Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.

Things to do in Kresek
Practical

Kresek: practical information

Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.

Power plugs
CF
Voltage
127 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Drive on the left
Currency

Indonesian Rupiah

IDR · Rp

1 USD ≈ 17,944.5 IDR

Languages
Indonesian
Calling code
+62
Emergency numbers
Safety & travel advice
2
Exercise increased cautionUS travel advisory
No travel warningsUK travel advice · Sep 18, 2026
Read the full advice
Typical prices
  • Meal, casual restaurantIDR 136,400≈ $7.60
  • CappuccinoIDR 37,000≈ $2.10
  • Beer (0.5 l)IDR 52,300≈ $2.90
  • Bottled water (1.5 l)IDR 17,250≈ $1.00
  • Taxi, 5 kmIDR 93,500≈ $5.20
  • Public transport ticketIDR 18,000≈ $1.00
  • Mid-range hotel, per nightIDR 1,295,450≈ $72.00

Estimated from Indonesia’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 31% of US levels.

Upcoming public holidays
  • Dec 25Christmas Day
  • Jan 1New Year's Day
Sun & daylight
Sunrise
05:32
Sunset
17:47
Daylight today
12.3 h
Local time in Kresek
Earthquake history

62 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.

Strongest: M6.8 (2000).

Map

How to get to Kresek

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Kresek

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

Hotels in Kresek
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Wildlife around here

The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Kresek?

Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Kresek is July–August.

What is the weather like in Kresek in October?

In October, Kresek averages a high of 32°C (89°F) and a low of 23°C (73°F), with 142 mm of rain on about 13 days.

How warm is the sea in Kresek?

The sea is warmest in May (about 30°C (86°F)). Swimming season: January–December.

What is the rainiest month in Kresek?

December, with rain on about 19 days.

What is the nearest airport to Kresek?

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), about 31 km away.

What power plugs are used in Indonesia?

Plug types C, F, 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 Kresek most crowded?

The busiest months are July–August.

When is Kresek least crowded?

The quietest months are December–January.

When is the best time to visit Kresek without the crowds?

April–June and September–October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.

What time zone is Kresek in?

Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).

What is the population of Kresek?

About 110,182.