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Considering Sampang offers a truly immersive Indonesian experience, ideal for those seeking a deeply local lifestyle away from established expat bubbles. You'll find a generally safe environment and access to decent local healthcare facilities, while public transport provides functional connectivity for daily needs.
Be prepared, however, for a highly localized daily reality; a significant expat community or dedicated support infrastructure is not a feature here. This environment suits independent individuals or families ready to embrace cultural immersion and build connections directly within the local fabric, rather than relying on an existing expat network.
Population
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Area
122 km²
Density
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Founded
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Language
Indonesian
Distance to Coast
2 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Sampang
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Climate & Weather in Sampang
Sampang has a tropical savanna climate (Köppen Aw) with hot conditions year-round, a pronounced wet season from roughly November to April, and a drier season from about May to October. Long-term averages show temperatures staying warm through the year, with annual rainfall around 1,415 mm and humidity typically near the upper 70s, which is broadly consistent with the humid tropical climate of Indonesia.
Summer Average
32°C
Winter Average
27°C
Climate Type
Tropical Savanna
Rainy Days
73
Sunny Days
270
Humidity
77%
Spring
March - May
27-32°C
Warm to hot weather continues, with the transition from wetter conditions to the start of the dry season. Rainfall generally decreases toward May, while afternoons remain sunny and humid.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
26-32°C
This is the driest part of the year in Sampang, with more frequent clear or partly cloudy days and lower rainfall than during the wet season. Temperatures remain high, but nights and early mornings can feel slightly less humid than in the rainier months.
Low rainfall
Autumn
September - November
27-33°C
Heat remains strong, and rainfall starts increasing again toward November as the wet season returns. September and October are often among the hottest months of the year.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
26-31°C
The wet season is usually strongest during these months, bringing frequent showers and cloudier skies. Even in the rainiest period, temperatures stay warm and tropical rather than cool.
High rainfall
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Air Quality
Sampang
Advantages
Sampang
Abundant green spaces
Rich cultural heritage
Affordable cost of living
Close-knit community
Peaceful small-town atmosphere
Disadvantages
Sampang
No universities locally
Limited coworking spaces
Few cultural attractions
Basic infrastructure development
Limited job opportunities
Safety & Security in Sampang
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Indonesia Avg
58
Oceania Avg
55
Worldwide Avg
57
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Sampang to Indonesia averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Sampang
Indonesia Average
No city-specific data available — showing Indonesia country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 73/100
No data for Sampang — showing hazard indicators from nearby Surabaya (~56 km).
