Current Time in Jakarta, Indonesia
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
Dialling: +62
City Details
Jakarta
Lat: 6.2088° S
Long: 106.8456° E
Population: 10,740,000
Time Zone
Asia/Jakarta
GMT+7
Public Holidays in Indonesia
Easter Sunday
Paskah
Labour Day
Hari Buruh Internasional
Ascension Day
Kenaikan Isa Almasih
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Overview
Jakarta is Indonesia's capital and largest city, with around 10.8 million residents in the Special Capital Region and over 34 million in Greater Jakarta (Jabodetabek) as of 2025, making it one of the world's largest urban agglomerations. The city generates approximately 17% of Indonesia's GDP and is facing an acute existential challenge: parts of north Jakarta have sunk over 4 metres since the 1970s due to groundwater extraction.
Administrative Region
Special Capital Region of Jakarta (DKI Jakarta — provincial-level status)
ID-JK
Local Currency
Rp
Metadata
- Web Domain.id
- ISO CodeID-JK
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
The area around the Ciliwung River mouth has been settled since at least the 4th century CE. The port of Sunda Kelapa — serving the Hindu Sunda Kingdom — was conquered by Muslim forces in 1527 and renamed Jayakarta. In 1619 the Dutch East India Company (VOC) razed the settlement, built Fort Batavia in its place, and made it the colonial capital of the Dutch East Indies. Indonesia's independence in 1945 saw the city renamed Jakarta.
🗣️ Languages
👥 Demographics
✨ Leisure Highlights
- •Kota Tua (Old Batavia) and Fatahillah Museum
- •National Monument (Monas) and Merdeka Square
- •Istiqlal Mosque — largest mosque in Southeast Asia
- •Ancol Dreamland beach and theme park complex
- •Tanah Abang fabric market — largest in Southeast Asia
🎒 Visitor Tip
Traffic is brutal — avoid driving at all costs and use the TransJakarta bus rapid transit or the MRT. The old colonial Kota Tua district around Fatahillah Square is the most interesting walking area. Eat at a warung (small street stall) rather than malls for the real local experience. The wet season runs from October to April with heavy flooding risk — check forecasts before travel.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Low, flat alluvial plain on the northwest coast of Java. The northern parts of the city sit on swampy former tidal flats and have sunk to below sea level in some areas due to groundwater extraction. The city rises gradually toward the south, where terrain is slightly higher. Thirteen rivers flow north through the city to the Java Sea, creating chronic flooding risk.
Climate Stats
Tropical monsoon (Köppen Am)
Avg Summer
30°C
Avg Winter
27°C
Annual Rainfall
1758 mm
Best Months (Sunshine)
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Frequently Asked Questions about time in Jakarta
What timezone is Jakarta in?↓
Jakarta is in the Asia/Jakarta time zone (Asia/Jakarta), currently UTCGMT+7.
Does Indonesia observe daylight saving time?↓
No. Indonesia does not observe daylight saving time. Jakarta stays on Jakarta (UTCGMT+7) year-round, so the clocks never change.
What is Jakarta?↓
Jakarta stands for Asia/Jakarta. It is UTCGMT+7 and is the standard time used in Indonesia.
How many hours ahead is Jakarta compared to London?↓
Jakarta is 7 hours ahead of London (GMT). During UK summer (BST), the difference reduces by 1 hour to 6 hours.
What is the time difference between Jakarta and New York?↓
Jakarta is 12 hours ahead of New York (EST). When New York switches to EDT in summer, the difference decreases by 1 hour.
How accurate is the time shown for Jakarta?↓
The time displayed for Jakarta is synced with atomic clock sources via NTP (Network Time Protocol) and uses IANA timezone data to ensure accuracy to the second. It automatically reflects any daylight saving time changes.
What does UTCGMT+7 mean for Jakarta?↓
UTCGMT+7 means Jakarta is 7 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Jakarta?↓
Standard business hours in Jakarta are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Jakarta (UTCGMT+7). Many businesses also operate Saturday mornings. Public holidays follow the Indonesia national calendar.
What is the best time to call Jakarta from London?↓
The best overlap for a call between London and Jakarta is typically early morning in London (8–10 AM GMT), which corresponds to late afternoon or evening in Jakarta. Always check the current time before calling to avoid unsociable hours.