🇮🇩 Jakarta vs 🇵🇭 Manila

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Jakarta

overcast clouds

77°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 79°F

H 78°F / L 75°F

Humidity: 88%

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Manila

few clouds

81°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 86°F

H 82°F / L 80°F

Humidity: 73%

Climate Overview

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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.

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Manila

Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season

Best monthsNovember, December, January, February
AvoidAugust, September, October (peak typhoon season)
Annual rain83 inches (2,100 mm)

Manila is one of the world's most typhoon-prone cities, experiencing an average of 20 typhoons per year in the Philippines (8–9 making direct landfall). The dry season (November–April) is the safest and most comfortable window.

Seasonal Comparison

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Jakarta vs Manila: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Jakarta or Manila have better weather?

Jakarta and Manila have very different climates. Tropical rainforest — hot and humid year-round, distinct flood season Manila: Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Jakarta vs Manila?

Best time for Jakarta: July, August, September. Best time for Manila: November, December, January, February.

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