Best Time to Visit Surabaya
The best months to visit Surabaya are Jul, Aug, Sep. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jul, Aug, Sep
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Surabaya. Expect highs of 31°C to 32°C to 33°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
October
34°C high
Coldest Month
July
23°C low
Driest Month
August
2 rain days
Wettest Month
February
36 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 31°C / Low: 25°C
35 rain days
February
High: 30°C / Low: 25°C
36 rain days
March
High: 31°C / Low: 25°C
29 rain days
April
High: 31°C / Low: 25°C
28 rain days
May
High: 31°C / Low: 25°C
12 rain days
June
High: 31°C / Low: 25°C
10 rain days
July
High: 31°C / Low: 23°C
4 rain days
August
High: 32°C / Low: 24°C
2 rain days
September
High: 33°C / Low: 24°C
4 rain days
October
High: 34°C / Low: 25°C
7 rain days
November
High: 32°C / Low: 25°C
26 rain days
December
High: 32°C / Low: 25°C
31 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Surabaya
Peak Season
July, August, September
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
June, October
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, March, April, May, November, December
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 31°C | 25°C | 35 | Off Season |
February | 30°C | 25°C | 36 | Off Season |
March | 31°C | 25°C | 29 | Off Season |
April | 31°C | 25°C | 28 | Off Season |
May | 31°C | 25°C | 12 | Off Season |
June | 31°C | 25°C | 10 | Shoulder Season |
July★ | 31°C | 23°C | 4 | Peak Season |
August★ | 32°C | 24°C | 2 | Peak Season |
September★ | 33°C | 24°C | 4 | Peak Season |
October | 34°C | 25°C | 7 | Shoulder Season |
November | 32°C | 25°C | 26 | Off Season |
December | 32°C | 25°C | 31 | Off Season |
Season Timeline
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Day Trip from Surabaya: Scenic Excursion
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Surabaya Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
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