Palu weather in May (Central Sulawesi, Indonesia)

What does the weather outlook for Palu look like in May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of May in Palu typically brings high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 29°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 22°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Palu in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 327 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Palu. January and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Palu, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 327 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 75%  

Where to go in Indonesia in May

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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.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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