Palembang weather in May (South Sumatra, Indonesia)
What's the typical weather in Palembang for May? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.
Temperatures
In May, Palembang tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 33°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 25°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.
Precipitation
Palembang in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 191 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 16 days of rain this month.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 177 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures August generally stands 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 Palembang climate page with graphs.
Palembang, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
25°C
Max Temperature
33°C
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
191 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Sunshine
177 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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.
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