Bogor weather in May (West Java, Indonesia)

Is May a good time to explore Bogor weather-wise? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In May, Bogor usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 31°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 22°C. These temperatures are typical, but it's wise to prepare for hotter days. Dress in light, airy clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Bogor in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 183 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 260 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Bogor, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 183 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Sunshine 260 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Jakarta, Indonesia (46 KM, 28 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

Swimming

8/10

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 Bogor.

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