Sampang i
Coastal town · East Java

Sampang

Kabupaten Sampang · Indonesia

Now
35°
Sea temperature
30°
Local time
02:56 PM
Population
53.3K
Elevation
5 m
Best time to go
Jul–Aug
Go score 98/100
Sea temperature
30°
November
Main airport
SUB
54 km
Time zone
UTC+7
Asia/Jakarta
At a glance

Sampang lies in East Java, Indonesia. By our climate data, the best time to visit is July–August. The warmest month is October, with average highs of 33°C (91°F); the sea is warmest in November at about 30°C (86°F).

The best months to visit are July–August.

The sea is warmest in November, at about 30°C (86°F).

Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): January–December.

October is the hottest month, with highs around 33°C (91°F).

July is the coldest month, with lows around 22°C (71°F).

The wettest month is January, with rain on about 18 days.

August is the sunniest month, with about 10.9 hours of sunshine a day.

In October, it’s warmer here than in 86% of places in Indonesia.

Weather

16-day forecast

Sampang weather forecast
35°
Mainly clear
Feels like
34°
Humidity
30%
Wind
16 km/h E
Gusts
34 km/h
Cloud cover
27%
Pressure
1010 hPa
UV index
9 (now)
Sunrise / Sunset
05:02 / 17:20

Next 48 hours

35° 14 32° 17 27° 20 26° 23 25° 02 26° 05 31° 08 34° 11 32° 14 67% 30° 17 57% 27° 20 26° 23 25° 02 26° 05 31° 08 34° 11 22%
Today
Oct 22
Overcast
35°26°
10% 19 SE
Tomorrow
Oct 23
Drizzle
34°25°
78% 2.5 mm 15 SE
Sat
Oct 24
Light drizzle
34°25°
93% 1.4 mm 13 SE
Sun
Oct 25
Light drizzle
34°24°
88% 1.4 mm 16 E
Mon
Oct 26
Dense drizzle
32°25°
94% 4.9 mm 14 E
Tue
Oct 27
Rain showers
32°23°
94% 9.3 mm 12 E
Wed
Oct 28
Dense drizzle
28°24°
76% 14 mm 10 E
Thu
Oct 29
Light drizzle
33°25°
59% 1.2 mm 11 SE
Fri
Oct 30
Light drizzle
29°25°
75% 4.6 mm 10 E
Sat
Oct 31
Light drizzle
33°25°
61% 0.6 mm 12 E
Sun
Nov 1
Light drizzle
32°25°
69% 0.6 mm 13 E
Mon
Nov 2
Light drizzle
33°25°
65% 3.8 mm 11 E
Tue
Nov 3
Drizzle
31°25°
56% 4.6 mm 10 SE
Wed
Nov 4
Light drizzle
31°25°
65% 3.6 mm 9 E
Thu
Nov 5
Light drizzle
36°26°
34% 2.6 mm 14 E
Fri
Nov 6
Light drizzle
35°25°
36% 1.1 mm 16 NE
European AQI45Moderate
PM2.524.1
PM1028.8
NO₂5.3
O₃85
Pollen

Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.

Updated: About this data: Forecasts & outlooks

Climate

Best time to visit Sampang

Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).

Best time to goJuly–August
15°20°25°30°35° 0125250 mm Jan · 244 mmFeb · 198 mmMar · 236 mmApr · 177 mmMay · 121 mmJun · 61 mmJul · 33 mmAug · 19 mmSep · 30 mmOct · 52 mmNov · 116 mmDec · 243 mm 30°30°31°31°31°31°31°32°33°33°32°30° 23°23°23°23°23°22°22°22°23°24°24°23° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Sea temperature Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

ClimateJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high30°30°31°31°31°31°31°32°33°33°32°30°
Average low23°23°23°23°23°22°22°22°23°24°24°23°
Sea temperature29°29°29°30°30°29°28°28°29°29°30°30°
Rainfall (mm)2441982361771216133193052116243
Rain days18171610752112414
Sunshine per day (h)6.67.17.48.88.99.210.410.910.810.48.67.1
Daylight (h)12.512.312.21211.811.711.711.912.112.312.512.5
Humidity (%)838384808077747271717480
Wind (km/h)141311101112131414121111
Go score697175859092989388878976

The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.

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Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals

Activities

What to do in Sampang, month by month

When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.

Rainy season: November–May Dry season: June–October (Based on average monthly rainfall)

What to do in Sampang, month by month
ActivitiesJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Beach & swimming PoorPoorPoorFairFairGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodPoor
Sightseeing & city walks PoorPoorPoorFairFairFairFairFairFairFairFairPoor
Diving & snorkelling PoorPoorPoorGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodFair
Photography & sunsets FairFairFairFairGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodGoodFair

Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.

How each activity is rated
  • Beach & swimming — Good: sea ≥ 24 °C, highs ≥ 26 °C and at most 6 rain days (or under 40 mm of rain in the month). Fair: sea ≥ 21 °C, highs ≥ 23 °C and at most 10 rain days (or under 80 mm).
  • Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
  • Diving & snorkelling — Good: sea ≥ 25 °C in a dry spell. Fair: ≥ 22 °C, or ≥ 20 °C near known dive sites.
  • Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.

Rainy season in Java: November–May · Wettest month: January Month by month

Tourist density

Sampang: tourist crowds by month

How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.

Tourist density
Low
Busiest months
July
Quietest months
January–February
Sweet spot
April and October
Good weather, fewer crowds
Very quietQuietModerateBusyVery busy ★ Sweet spot

Best value months

Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.

December–March

  • Jan69
  • Feb71
  • Mar75
  • Dec76

An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.

Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices

Sea

Sampang: sea water temperature

Water temperature details
Water temperature today
30°C (87°F)
How it feels: very warm

Wave height: 0.2 m

Swimming season

January–December

Thu30°
Fri30°
Sat30°
Sun30°
Mon30°
Tue30°
Wed30°

Average sea temperature by month

29° Jan 29° Feb 29° Mar 30° Apr 30° May 29° Jun 28° Jul 28° Aug 29° Sep 29° Oct 30° Nov 30° Dec

About this data: Sea temperature

Nearby beaches & coastal towns

Landmarks nearby

Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.

Things to do in Sampang

No data for this location.

Practical

Sampang: practical information

Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.

Power plugs
CF
Voltage
127 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Drive on the left
Currency

Indonesian Rupiah

IDR · Rp

1 USD ≈ 18,042.7 IDR

Languages
Indonesian
Calling code
+62
Emergency numbers
Safety & travel advice
2
Exercise increased cautionUS travel advisory
No travel warningsUK travel advice · Sep 18, 2026
Read the full advice
Typical prices
  • Meal, casual restaurantIDR 137,150≈ $7.60
  • CappuccinoIDR 37,200≈ $2.10
  • Beer (0.5 l)IDR 52,600≈ $2.90
  • Bottled water (1.5 l)IDR 17,350≈ $1.00
  • Taxi, 5 kmIDR 94,000≈ $5.20
  • Public transport ticketIDR 18,100≈ $1.00
  • Mid-range hotel, per nightIDR 1,302,500≈ $72.00

Estimated from Indonesia’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 31% of US levels.

Upcoming public holidays
  • Dec 25Christmas Day
  • Jan 1New Year's Day
Sun & daylight
Sunrise
05:02
Sunset
17:20
Daylight today
12.3 h
Local time in Sampang
Earthquake history

5 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.

Strongest: M5.6 (2002).

Map

How to get to Sampang

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Sampang

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

Hotels in Sampang
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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Sampang?

Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Sampang is July–August.

What is the weather like in Sampang in October?

In October, Sampang averages a high of 33°C (91°F) and a low of 24°C (75°F), with 52 mm of rain on about 2 days.

How warm is the sea in Sampang?

The sea is warmest in November (about 30°C (86°F)). Swimming season: January–December.

What is the rainiest month in Sampang?

January, with rain on about 18 days.

What is the nearest airport to Sampang?

Juanda International Airport (SUB), about 54 km away.

What power plugs are used in Indonesia?

Plug types C, F, at 127 V.

What currency is used in Indonesia?

Indonesian Rupiah (IDR).

What is the emergency number in Indonesia?

112.

Is Indonesia safe to visit?

US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.

When is Sampang most crowded?

The busiest months are July.

When is Sampang least crowded?

The quietest months are January–February.

When is the best time to visit Sampang without the crowds?

April and October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.

What time zone is Sampang in?

Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).

What is the population of Sampang?

About 53,269.