🇨🇳 Beijing vs Jakarta 🇮🇩

Beijing, China vs Jakarta, Indonesia — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Jakarta is the warmer of the two — about 13 degrees warmer on average across the year. Beijing is drier, with roughly 257 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇨🇳 Beijing🇮🇩 Jakarta
Avg annual high18°C31°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)September (32°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-9°C low)July (23°C low)
Rainy days / year65322
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Best months to visitApril, September, OctoberFebruary, July, August

🇨🇳 Beijing

Best around April, September, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (-9°C).

🇮🇩 Jakarta

Best around February, July, August. Hottest in September (32°C), coldest lows in July (23°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Beijing or Jakarta warmer?

Jakarta is warmer overall, averaging about 13 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Beijing or Jakarta?

Jakarta is rainier — Beijing sees about 257 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Beijing vs Jakarta?

Beijing is best around April, September, October; Jakarta is best around February, July, August.

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