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Bengkulu weather in May (Bengkulu, Indonesia)

Thinking of visiting Bengkulu in May? Check the weather first! Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

May in Bengkulu generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 31°C, cooling off to about 25°C at night. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Bengkulu in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 217 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Bengkulu. June and July generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bengkulu climate page with graphs.

 

Bengkulu, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 217 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  

Where to go in Indonesia in May

Find out more about the weather in Indonesia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Bengkulu.

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