Jakarta Population (2026)
Population of Jakarta with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Jakarta
Jakarta ranks #1 by population among 2 comparable places in this atlas.
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1 airports mapped in this atlas
Summary
Jakarta is a city in Indonesia. Jakarta is known for Capital megacity and island gateway. It has a population of about 10.6 million.
Right now it is 92°F (34°C) in Jakarta with mainly clear. It feels like 96°F. Today runs from 78°F to 93°F. Chance of precipitation is 61%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Jakarta is July, August and September. The climate is tropical. March, April and December tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 93°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 75°F.
The closest major airport is Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), about 14 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 93°F is in line with the 92°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. beach day is the strongest bet in Jakarta today at 7.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 6°12′31.7″S 106°50′44.2″E (-6.2088, 106.8456)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Jakarta?
Jakarta is a city in Indonesia. Its coordinates are -6.2088, 106.8456. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Jakarta right now?
It is currently 92°F (34°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 43% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Jakarta?
July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Jakarta, which has a tropical climate. March, April and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Jakarta in?
Jakarta observes Asia/Jakarta (UTC+07:00). The local time is 3:11 PM.
How many people live in Jakarta?
Jakarta has a population of approximately 10.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to Jakarta?
The closest airports are Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), 14 mi away.
What places are in Jakarta?
Jakarta covers 1 places in this atlas, including Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
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| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 3:11 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
