Surat, Gujarat, India uses Asia/Kolkata, currently IST (UTC+05:30). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Surat ranks among the biggest cities in India, home to around 4.6 million people. It keeps the same time year-round, with no daylight saving changes.
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Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.
Central districts near the main commercial areas and rail links keep hotels and transit close together. Newer residential neighborhoods further out are quieter but require a longer trip into the busiest parts of the city.
Riverside areas and historic sites are best visited in the cooler winter months, before the heat of spring and summer sets in. The city's long tradition in textiles and trade is reflected in its bustling markets.
City buses and auto-rickshaws cover most routes, with taxis and ride-hailing apps offering a more direct alternative. Traffic can be heavy near the main commercial districts during the day.
Surat is hot for much of the year, with the cooler months from roughly November to February generally the most comfortable. The monsoon, June through September, brings significant rainfall.
India uses the INR, calling code +91.
India uses the Indian rupee, and while Hindi and English are widely used nationally, Gujarati is the primary language spoken locally in Surat. A polite, warm manner in initial greetings is generally appreciated.
