What to expect in Yogyakarta in October
October is a strong choice for Yogyakarta: 31° / 21°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Yogyakarta weather in October
Typical conditions in Yogyakarta during October, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 31°C 88°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 21°C 70°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 20/100 |
| Sea temperature | 26°C 80°F |
| Daylight | 12 h 16 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 31°C with lows near 21°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Yogyakarta — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
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 31°C make midday heat the main constraint. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in October 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 42% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Prambanan Ramayana Ballet while you’re there.
- Prambanan Ramayana Ballet — Dancers perform the Hindu epic on an open-air stage lit by the floodlit temple towers.
Yogyakarta in October 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August | 30° / 20° | High | $$$ | 46 |
| September | 31° / 20° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| October · This month | 31° / 21° | Moderate | $$ | 62 |
| November | 31° / 22° | Moderate | $ | 61 |
| December | 30° / 23° | High | $$ | 48 |
These months score higher for Yogyakarta on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in October
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in October.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
