March · Indonesia
Best time to visit Surabaya in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Surabaya in March
Average temperature 26°C, 232 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
3.4/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 232 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Surabaya scores 3.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 232 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Surabaya pairs Indonesia's busiest port with colonial lanes, markets and a shark-and-crocodile landmark.
March in Surabaya — the hardest end of the year
March averages 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 88%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
232 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 3.4/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 8.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? August scores 4.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Surabaya in March?
- In March, Surabaya averages 26°C, 232 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.4/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Surabaya?
- March earns a 3.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Surabaya in March?
- Expect about 232 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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