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East Java Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in East Java, Indonesia in March.

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Planning a trip to East Java, Indonesia this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in East Java in March

East Java, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. March in East Java generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Malang at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Surabaya at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Surabaya and 20°C (68°F) in Malang. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in East Java, Indonesia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Sumenep with an average of 235 mm (9.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Batu with 463 mm (18 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Surabaya gets around 144 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore East Java by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in East Java — and find the best time to visit. (based on Surabaya)

January32°C (90°F) February32°C (90°F) March32°C (90°F) April33°C (91°F) May33°C (91°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September34°C (93°F) October35°C (95°F) November34°C (93°F) December33°C (91°F)
Best Time to Visit East Java →

Best Places to Visit in East Java in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across East Java.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in East Java

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in East Java, Indonesia?

Temperature range in East Java (March)

Precipitation variation in East Java (March)

Surabaya

In March Surabaya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
124 hours
144 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
304 mm (12 in)
278 mm (11 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Surabaya →

Malang

In March Malang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
471 mm (19 in)
423 mm (17 in)
259 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Malang →

Batu

In March Batu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
526 mm (21 in)
463 mm (18 in)
296 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Batu →

Banyuwangi

In March Banyuwangi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
170 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
390 mm (15 in)
283 mm (11 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Banyuwangi →

Kediri

In March Kediri generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
435 mm (17 in)
329 mm (13 in)
212 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kediri →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in East Java, in Indonesia.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in East Java in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Surabaya 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 278 mm (11 in)
Malang 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 423 mm (17 in)
Batu 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 463 mm (18 in)
Banyuwangi 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 283 mm (11 in)
Kediri 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 329 mm (13 in)
Kalibaru 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 337 mm (13 in)

East Java weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in East Java, Indonesia in March?

East Java, Indonesia typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Surabaya average around 32°C (90°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in East Java, Indonesia in March?

Surabaya averages a daytime maximum of 32°C (90°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does East Java, Indonesia get a lot of rain in March?

Yes. March brings heavy rainfall to East Java, Indonesia, with Surabaya averaging around 278 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is March a Good Time to Visit East Java, Indonesia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Surabaya, March may not be the ideal time to visit East Java, Indonesia.

On average, the best time to visit East Java, Indonesia is in July and August with generally tolerable weather in Surabaya. The weather in January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in East Java.

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