Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
4.6M
Population
327 km2
Area
64 Mbps
Internet
13m
Elevation
UTC+05:30
Timezone
STV (13km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Diamond polishing hubs and textile bazaars define Surat's industrious vibe in Gujarat, where Gujarati entrepreneurship fuels a booming economy. Nomads enjoy budget-friendly stays, fast internet, and a hot, monsoon-lashed climate perfect for beach day trips to Dumas. Street-side undhiyu and chai keep the energy high.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Gujarat
Region
Central and Southern Asia
Population
4.6M
Timezone
UTC+05:30
Elevation
13 m
Airport
STV
GPS
21.20, 72.83
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
64 Mbps internet — adequate for most digital work
Economy
81% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Climate
Year-round average of 26C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
1,623 total POIs 5.0 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
33
Cafes
14
Bars
26
Fast Food
51
Shopping
Supermarkets
12
Convenience
1
Shopping Malls
10
Healthcare
Hospitals
789
Clinics
310
Pharmacies
3
Education
Schools
17
Universities
23
Libraries
4
Recreation
Parks
62
Playgrounds
11
Sports
18
Cinemas
7
Museums
2
Theatres
1
Transport
Bus Stops
7
Train Stations
15
Fuel Stations
48
Services
Banks
14
ATMs
39
Post Offices
3
Police
6
Fire Stations
2
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
64 Mbps
Download
63 Mbps
Upload
16ms
Latency
55,572
Tests
18,962
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - May
24°
J
24°
F
25°
M
26°
A
27°
M
28°
J
29°
J
28°
A
27°
S
26°
O
25°
N
24°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 26.2 C Range: 23.9 - 28.5 C Rain: 1,882 mm/year Sunshine: 3,529 h/year
CITY SCORES
90.6
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
62.7
Overall
COST OF LIVING
EIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
18.7
Overall
81% cheaper than NYC
7.2
Rent
93% cheaper than NYC
22.1
Groceries
78% cheaper than NYC
16.4
Restaurants
84% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
STV
Surat International Airport
13 km from center
~23 min ride
FUN FACTS
Located on the banks of the river Tapti near its confluence with the Arabian Sea, it used to be a large seaport.
It is now the commercial and economic centre of South Gujarat, and one of the largest urban areas of western India.
It is the second largest city in Gujarat after Ahmedabad and the eighth largest city by population and ninth largest urban agglomeration in India.
It is the administrative capital of the Surat district.
The city is located 284 km (176 mi) south of the state capital, Gandhinagar; 265 km (165 mi) south of Ahmedabad; and 289 km (180 mi) north of Mumbai.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Surat known for?
Diamond polishing hubs and textile bazaars define Surat's industrious vibe in Gujarat, where Gujarati entrepreneurship fuels a booming economy. Nomads enjoy budget-friendly stays, fast internet, and a hot, monsoon-lashed climate perfect for beach day trips to Dumas. Street-side undhiyu and chai keep the energy high.
How fast is the internet in Surat?
Surat has an average download speed of 64 Mbps and upload speed of 63 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Surat?
Surat has an average year-round temperature of approximately 26.2 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Surat?
Surat is served by STV (Surat International Airport), approximately 13 km from the city center.
What is the population of Surat?
The population of Surat is approximately 4.6M.
What infrastructure does Surat have?
Surat has 1,623 mapped points of interest, including 33 restaurants, 789 hospitals, 17 schools.
What country is Surat in?
Surat is located in Gujarat.