🇺🇸 Houston vs 🇮🇩 Jakarta

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Houston

broken clouds

64°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 64°F

H 66°F / L 63°F

Humidity: 74%

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Jakarta

scattered clouds

78°F

Scattered Clouds

Feels like 80°F

H 79°F / L 76°F

Humidity: 86%

Climate Overview

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Houston

Houston has one of America's most challenging urban climates — extremely hot and humid summers with frequent flooding from Gulf of Mexico moisture, mild winters, and significant hurricane vulnerability. The city sits in a flat coastal plain with no geographic relief from heat or storms.

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Jakarta

Tropical rainforest — hot and humid year-round, distinct flood season

Best monthsJuly, August, September
AvoidJanuary, February (peak flooding and extreme rain)
Annual rain72 inches (1,824 mm)

Jakarta is hot and humid year-round. The city is notorious for flooding during the wet season (November–April), when the 13 rivers flowing through the city frequently overflow. July–September is the drier, more comfortable season.

Seasonal Comparison

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Houston vs Jakarta: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Houston or Jakarta have better weather?

Houston and Jakarta have very different climates. Houston has one of America's most challenging urban climates — extremely hot and humid summers with Jakarta: Tropical rainforest — hot and humid year-round, distinct flood season. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Houston vs Jakarta?

Best time for Houston: spring and fall. Best time for Jakarta: July, August, September.

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