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Surabaya weather in January (East Java, Indonesia)

How does the weather in Surabaya usually fare in January? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Surabaya includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 32°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Surabaya in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 296 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 17 days.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 138 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Surabaya. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Surabaya climate page with graphs.

 

Surabaya, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 296 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
SunshineSunshine 138 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Indonesia in January

Find out more about the weather in Indonesia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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