Sumenep
Kabupaten Sumenep · Indonesia
Kota Sumenep, officially the Kota Sumenep District, was previously known as Town of Samanap in English, is a town and district which serves as the regency seat of Sumenep Regency, in the East Java province of Indonesia. It is the second smallest and most highly populated district in Sumenep Regency, with an area of 27.84 square kilometres and the population of 77,155 as at 2025. The administrative capital is Pamolokan. On 29 June 2004, the western half of the Kota Sumenep District was removed and formed into a separate district, namely Batuan District.
Read more — WikipediaThe 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 (92°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 10.7 hours of sunshine a day.
In October, it’s warmer here than in 93% of places in Indonesia.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 32°
- Humidity
- 90%
- Wind
- 6 km/h S
- Gusts
- 14 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 66%
- Pressure
- 1014 hPa
- UV index
- 2 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 04:58 / 17:19
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Sumenep
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 30° | 30° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 31° | 32° | 33° | 33° | 32° | 30° |
| Average low | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 23° | 22° | 22° | 22° | 23° | 24° | 24° | 23° |
| Sea temperature | 29° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 29° | 30° | 30° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 285 | 242 | 217 | 158 | 119 | 79 | 35 | 15 | 17 | 47 | 124 | 234 |
| Rain days | 18 | 17 | 16 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 15 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 5.7 | 6.5 | 7 | 8.4 | 8.6 | 8.7 | 10 | 10.7 | 10.7 | 10.5 | 7.9 | 6 |
| Daylight (h) | 12.5 | 12.3 | 12.2 | 12 | 11.8 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.9 | 12.1 | 12.3 | 12.4 | 12.5 |
| Humidity (%) | 84 | 85 | 86 | 82 | 81 | 79 | 76 | 74 | 74 | 74 | 78 | 83 |
| Wind (km/h) | 15 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 12 |
| Go score | 66 | 69 | 73 | 83 | 88 | 92 | 98 | 93 | 86 | 85 | 84 | 72 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Sumenep, 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)
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach & swimming | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Poor |
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor | Fair | Poor |
| Diving & snorkelling | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Fair |
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
Sumenep: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Best value months
Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.
December–March
- Jan66
- Feb69
- Mar73
- Dec72
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Sumenep: sea water temperature
Wave height: 0.4 m
Swimming seasonJanuary–December
Average sea temperature by month
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Sumenep: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 127 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the left
Indonesian Rupiah
IDR · Rp
1 USD ≈ 18,143 IDR
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Calling code
- +62
- Meal, casual restaurantIDR 137,900≈ $7.60
- CappuccinoIDR 37,400≈ $2.10
- Beer (0.5 l)IDR 52,900≈ $2.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)IDR 17,450≈ $1.00
- Taxi, 5 kmIDR 94,550≈ $5.20
- Public transport ticketIDR 18,200≈ $1.00
- Mid-range hotel, per nightIDR 1,309,750≈ $72.00
Estimated from Indonesia’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 31% of US levels.
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
8 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6 (2025).
How to get to Sumenep
Nearest airports
- SUBJuanda International AirportSurabaya125 km
- JBBNotohadinegoro AirportJember138 km
- MLGAbdul Rachman Saleh AirportMalang162 km
- DPSDenpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International AirportKuta, Badung241 km
- LOPLombok International AirportMataram (Pujut, Lombok Tengah)330 km
- SOCAdisoemarmo International AirportSurakarta347 km
Distances
- Jakarta780 km 13 h 31 · 1 h 39
- Surabaya125 km 2 h 10
- Bekasi764 km 13 h 14 · 1 h 38
- Bandung690 km 11 h 58 · 1 h 32
- Medan2,057 km 35 h 39 · 3 h 17
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Hotels in Sumenep
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Matched on temperature and rainfall across the whole year.
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Wildlife around here
The species recorded most often within 25 km, and the months they’re seen.
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Climate in Sumenep
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Sumenep?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Sumenep is July–August.
What is the weather like in Sumenep in October?
In October, Sumenep averages a high of 33°C (92°F) and a low of 24°C (75°F), with 47 mm of rain on about 3 days.
How warm is the sea in Sumenep?
The sea is warmest in November (about 30°C (86°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the rainiest month in Sumenep?
January, with rain on about 18 days.
What is the nearest airport to Sumenep?
Juanda International Airport (SUB), about 125 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 Sumenep most crowded?
The busiest months are July.
When is Sumenep least crowded?
The quietest months are January–February.
When is the best time to visit Sumenep without the crowds?
April–May and September–November: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Sumenep in?
Asia/Jakarta (UTC+7).
What is the population of Sumenep?
About 84,656.