Puncakwangi i
Coastal town · West Java

Puncakwangi

Kabupaten Cianjur · Indonesia

Now
28°
Sea temperature
24°
Local time
08:55 AM
Population
—
Elevation
173 m
Best time to go
Jul–Sep
Go score 91/100
Sea temperature
29°
April
Main airport
HLP
146 km
Time zone
UTC+7
Asia/Jakarta
At a glance

The best months to visit are July–September.

The sea is warmest in April, at about 29°C (84°F).

Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): January–December.

May is the hottest month, with highs around 30°C (85°F).

August is the coldest month, with lows around 21°C (69°F).

The wettest month is December, with rain on about 18 days.

August is the sunniest month, with about 8.5 hours of sunshine a day.

in October, it is warmer than 32% of places in Indonesia.

Weather

16-day forecast

Puncakwangi weather forecast
28°
Partly cloudy
Feels like
32°
Humidity
61%
Wind
5 km/h S
Gusts
19 km/h
Cloud cover
59%
Pressure
1014 hPa
UV index
9
Sunrise / Sunset
05:28 / 17:44

Next 48 hours

27° 08 29° 11 29° 14 26° 17 25° 20 23° 23 21° 02 21° 05 27° 08 29° 11 28° 14 26° 17 25° 20 23° 23 22° 02 20° 05
Today
Oct 16
Fog
29°21°
20% 22 SE
Tomorrow
Oct 17
Fog
29°21°
2% 23 SE
Sun
Oct 18
Fog
29°20°
4% 20 SE
Mon
Oct 19
Light drizzle
29°21°
53% 17 SE
Tue
Oct 20
Light drizzle
30°21°
12% 0.9 mm 13 SE
Wed
Oct 21
Light drizzle
29°21°
25% 1.8 mm 16 SE
Thu
Oct 22
Overcast
29°23°
27% 19 SE
Fri
Oct 23
Light drizzle
28°22°
37% 0.6 mm 19 SE
Sat
Oct 24
Overcast
28°23°
41% 21 SE
Sun
Oct 25
Overcast
28°22°
31% 19 SE
Mon
Oct 26
Heavy showers
29°23°
57% 34 mm 19 SE
Tue
Oct 27
Heavy showers
28°23°
73% 28 mm 16 E
Wed
Oct 28
Drizzle
28°21°
67% 4.4 mm 18 E
Thu
Oct 29
Light drizzle
28°21°
67% 1.8 mm 20 SE
Fri
Oct 30
Light drizzle
28°23°
67% 0.9 mm 19 SE
Sat
Oct 31
Heavy showers
30°24°
87% 12 mm 13 SE
European AQI43Moderate
PM2.521
PM1024.1
NO₂4.7
O₃64
Pollen

Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.

Climate

Best time to visit Puncakwangi

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

Best time to goJuly–September
15°20°25°30°35° 0200400 mm Jan · 289 mmFeb · 222 mmMar · 287 mmApr · 243 mmMay · 200 mmJun · 141 mmJul · 113 mmAug · 111 mmSep · 150 mmOct · 342 mmNov · 388 mmDec · 334 mm 28°29°29°29°30°29°29°29°30°30°29°28° 22°22°22°22°22°21°21°21°21°22°22°22° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Sea temperature Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high28°29°29°29°30°29°29°29°30°30°29°28°
Average low22°22°22°22°22°21°21°21°21°22°22°22°
Sea temperature29°29°29°29°29°28°27°26°26°27°28°29°
Rainfall (mm)289222287243200141113111150342388334
Rain days181516161311888111618
Sunshine per day (h)5.56.36.77.57.688.38.57.67.26.36.6
Daylight (h)12.512.412.211.911.811.711.711.912.112.312.512.6
Humidity (%)858484848482807778798283
Wind (km/h)999899910101099
Go score667272768084909188817068

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

Sea

Puncakwangi: sea water temperature

Water temperature details
Water temperature today
24°C (75°F)
How it feels: pleasant

Wave height: 1.5 m

Swimming season

January–December

Fri24°
Sat24°
Sun24°
Mon25°
Tue25°
Wed25°
Thu25°

Average sea temperature by month

21°C 29° Jan 29° Feb 29° Mar 29° Apr 29° May 28° Jun 27° Jul 26° Aug 26° Sep 27° Oct 28° Nov 29° Dec

Nearby beaches & coastal towns

Landmarks nearby

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

Things to do in Puncakwangi

No data for this location.

Practical

Puncakwangi: 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
05:28
Sunset
17:44
Daylight today
12.3 h
Local time in Puncakwangi
Earthquake history

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

Strongest: M7 (2009).

Map

How to get to Puncakwangi

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Puncakwangi

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

Hotels in Puncakwangi
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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 Puncakwangi?

Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Puncakwangi is July–September.

What is the weather like in Puncakwangi in October?

In October, Puncakwangi averages a high of 30°C (85°F) and a low of 22°C (71°F), with 342 mm of rain on about 11 days.

How warm is the sea in Puncakwangi?

The sea is warmest in April (about 29°C (84°F)). Swimming season: January–December.

What is the rainiest month in Puncakwangi?

December, with rain on about 18 days.

What is the nearest airport to Puncakwangi?

Halim Perdanakusuma International Airport (HLP), about 146 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.

What time zone is Puncakwangi in?

Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).