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Pangkalpinang weather in May (Sumatra, Indonesia)

Will it be warm or cold in Pangkalpinang this May? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Pangkalpinang typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 31°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 26°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Precipitation

Pangkalpinang in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 236 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

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

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Indonesia, check out our Pangkalpinang's climate page.

Pangkalpinang, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 236 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 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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In May generally
poor weather
with very high temperatures
and heavy monthly rainfall

More information

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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Indonesia, check out our Pangkalpinang's climate page.

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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