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Banda Aceh weather in May (Sumatra, Indonesia)

How does the May weather in Banda Aceh compare to other months? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Banda Aceh typically brings very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 31°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 25°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Banda Aceh in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 210 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 13 days will experience rainfall.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Banda Aceh. January, February, March, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Banda Aceh, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 210 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 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.

What To Do

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

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

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