Palembang Weather in March

March weather

March feels hot, sticky and often gloomy in Palembang. The high reaches 30°C, while nights stay warm at 24°C. Rain falls on 26 days, and humidity is high, so a dry stretch can be hard to count on.

That doesn't rule out sightseeing. Visit Museum Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II or browse covered stalls around Pasar 16 Ilir when showers arrive. Save a walk along the Musi River or time by Ampera Bridge for a break in the rain. Long outdoor plans can turn uncomfortable quickly, so avoid building your day around them.

Events and local days

Ramadan can overlap March, though its dates shift each year. If it does, you'll see more food stalls and activity around sunset, when people gather to break their fast. Eid al-Fitr may also fall in March in some years, bringing family travel and changes to opening hours.

There isn't a major March festival you can count on every year. Check local opening times if you're visiting during Ramadan or Eid.

Crowds and useful tips

March is a wet-season month, unlike drier August, one of Palembang's best months for a visit. You may find fewer visitors than in the drier season, and some hotels may offer better rates, but don't expect every place to be quiet. Indonesian school breaks and Eid travel can make certain weeks busier.

If you hate crowds, March may suit you—just keep your plans flexible. For a rainy-day food stop, try pempek, Palembang's fish cake, at a shop near Pasar 16 Ilir. The area's covered market stalls make it easier to eat and browse between showers.