What to expect in Yogyakarta in December
December is a mixed month in Yogyakarta. You get 30° / 23°, but the biggest crowds of the year. Worth it for the right traveller.
Yogyakarta weather in December
Typical conditions in Yogyakarta during December, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 30°C 86°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 23°C 73°F |
| Rainfall | Wet 65/100 |
| Sea temperature | 29°C 83°F |
| Daylight | 12 h 34 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 30°C with lows near 23°C. Expect a fair amount of rain, so plan indoor backups.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Yogyakarta — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 30°C make midday heat the main constraint. Add a compact rain shell and shoes you do not mind soaking; this is one of the wetter months.
What it costs
Costs in December sit around the yearly average for Yogyakarta — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 23% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Families tied to school holidays
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in December, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Yogyakarta in December compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 31° / 21° | Moderate | $$ | 62 |
| November | 31° / 22° | Moderate | $ | 61 |
| December · This month | 30° / 23° | High | $$ | 48 |
| January | 30° / 23° | Moderate | $$ | 51 |
| February | 30° / 23° | Moderate | $ | 60 |
These months score higher for Yogyakarta on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in December
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in December.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
