Mount Bromo sunrise in August: will you see it?
Short answer: In August, 32% of mornings and 5% of afternoons at Penanjakan viewpoint were mostly clear over 2016-2025, and 27% of mornings were overcast. That makes August the best month for seeing Mount Bromo sunrise.
32% chance of a clear morning
Sunrise 05:39 · sunset 17:30 (mid-August)
The dry season (May to October) gives the best chance of the classic sunrise above the sea of clouds.
All months
| Month | Clear mornings (7–9 am) | Clear afternoons (2–4 pm) | Overcast mornings |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2% | 0% | 80% |
| February | 3% | 0% | 80% |
| March | 3% | 1% | 71% |
| April | 8% | 0% | 57% |
| May | 12% | 0% | 47% |
| June | 17% | 0% | 42% |
| July | 28% | 3% | 30% |
| August | 32% | 5% | 27% |
| September | 28% | 5% | 31% |
| October | 13% | 3% | 51% |
| November | 4% | 0% | 73% |
| December | 1% | 0% | 82% |
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Questions
Can you see Mount Bromo sunrise in August?
In August, 32% of mornings and 5% of afternoons at Penanjakan viewpoint were mostly clear over 2016-2025, and 27% of mornings were overcast. That makes August the best month for seeing Mount Bromo sunrise.
What time is sunrise at Mount Bromo sunrise in August?
Around mid-August, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:30 local time. Arrive at first light for the best odds of a clear view.