Season guide · Singapore
Singapore in the inter-monsoon (spring)
Late March–May: weather, crowds, prices and the best things to do this time of year.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
Hot, still and humid with afternoon thunderstorms; April and May are among the hottest months. Expect highs up to 32°C (90°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F), with about 43 rainy days across Late March–May. March–April are among the best months of the year to visit.
Key facts
- Months
- Late March–May
- Temperatures
- 25°C (77°F) to 32°C (90°F)
- Rainy days in the season
- About 43
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F) to 30°C (86°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in the inter-monsoon (spring)
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 32°C (90°F) | 25°C (77°F) | 14 | 12.1 h | 3/5 |
| April | 32°C (90°F) | 25°C (77°F) | 15 | 12.1 h | 3/5 |
| May | 32°C (90°F) | 26°C (79°F) | 14 | 12.2 h | 3/5 |
Compared with the rest of the year: average highs of 32°C (90°F) against a yearly 31°C (88°F), and 43 of the year's roughly 177 rainy days fall in these 3 months. Crowds rate 3/5 and hotel prices 3/5 on average.
What's on in the inter-monsoon (spring)
Recurring events; dates move from year to year, so confirm with the organiser.
- March: Hari Raya Puasa bazaars in Geylang Serai and Kampong Glam (date moves with the Islamic calendar)
- May: Vesak Day — Buddhist temples hold processions and offerings (usually May)
Good choices for the inter-monsoon (spring)
Gallery · Civic District
National Gallery Singapore
Even without a gallery ticket, head to the rooftop for the view over the Padang and the bay.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Art
- Rainy day
- Architecture
- Views
Museum · Civic District
Asian Civilisations Museum
On the Singapore River at Empress Place, this museum traces the trade links that shaped Singapore, from Chinese ceramics to Islamic manuscripts and Indian bronzes.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Art
- Rainy day
Museum · Civic District
National Museum of Singapore
Climb Fort Canning Park behind the museum afterwards for its spice garden and colonial-era gates.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Rainy day
- Architecture
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Architecture · Changi
Jewel Changi Airport
A glass doughnut linked to Changi's terminals, Jewel shelters the HSBC Rain Vortex — at 40 metres the world's tallest indoor waterfall — inside the terraced Shiseido Forest Valley.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Architecture
- Photo spot
Garden · Marina Bay
Gardens by the Bay
Visit the cool conservatories in the afternoon heat, then lie on the ground under the Supertree Grove for the free evening show.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Kids
- Couples
- After dark
- Rainy day
- Nature
- Photo spot
Day trips in the inter-monsoon (spring)
- Batam (About 1 hour by ferry) — The closest Indonesian island is popular with Singaporeans for spa days, seafood dinners and golf.
- Bintan (About 1 hour by ferry) — Bintan's northern coast at Lagoi is a resort enclave with sandy beaches, golf courses and water sports.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen
- A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent
- Comfortable walking shoes
Other times of year
Questions travellers ask
+Is the inter-monsoon (spring) a good time to visit Singapore?
Yes: March–April are among the best months. Hot, still and humid with afternoon thunderstorms; April and May are among the hottest months.
+What is the weather like in Singapore in the inter-monsoon (spring)?
Highs of up to 32°C (90°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F), with about 43 rainy days over the season.