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BMKG: Jakarta Weather Clear During Public Holiday, Bogor to See Rain

From Tempo · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Jakarta and its surrounding metropolitan areas are expected to have clear and cloudy weather on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
  • The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) predicts potential thunderstorms only in Bogor Regency during the afternoon.
  • Temperatures in Jakarta will range from 26-32 degrees Celsius, while Bogor will be slightly cooler at 22-30 degrees Celsius.

Jakarta and its neighboring metropolitan areas are forecast to experience clear and cloudy skies throughout Thursday, May 28, 2026. The Indonesian Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has issued a weather prediction indicating generally favorable conditions for the region.

The BMKG's forecast, released Wednesday evening, noted that the Jabodetabek area experienced cloudy conditions overnight, with some areas seeing thick cloud cover. Despite the lack of heavy rain, humidity levels in Jakarta and its surroundings are expected to remain high, ranging between 55% and 90%.

From Thursday morning into the afternoon, clear and cloudy weather is anticipated to persist across most of Jakarta. However, Bogor Regency is identified as the sole area with a potential for light to moderate rain during the afternoon and evening hours. This localized rainfall is expected to be the only significant precipitation in the greater Jakarta region for the day.

Temperatures in the capital city are predicted to fluctuate between 26 and 32 degrees Celsius. Bogor, which is expected to receive some rain, will experience slightly cooler temperatures, ranging from 22 to 30 degrees Celsius. Overall, the weather is expected to be mild for the holiday observance.

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Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.