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Bali Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bali, Indonesia in May.

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Ubud Seminyak Kuta Canggu

Planning a trip to Bali, Indonesia this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Bali in May

Bali, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. May in Bali generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Antasari at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Parit at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Parit and 24°C (75°F) in Antasari.

For specific regional insights in Bali, Indonesia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Gili Islands with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Tanjung Redeb with 230 mm (9.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Ubud enjoys about 240 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Bali by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bali - and find the best time to visit. (based on Ubud)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May29°C (84°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September28°C (82°F) October29°C (84°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Bali in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bali.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Bali

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Bali, Indonesia?

Temperature range in Bali (May)

Precipitation variation in Bali (May)

Ubud

In May Ubud generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
240 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
223 mm (8.8 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
mixed
very good
excellent
Climate in Ubud →

Seminyak

In May Seminyak generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
243 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Seminyak →

Kuta

In May Kuta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
243 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kuta →

Canggu

In May Canggu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
243 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Canggu →

Sanur

In May Sanur generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
243 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Sanur →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bali in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ubud 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Seminyak 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Kuta 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Canggu 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Sanur 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Legian 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Bali weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bali, Indonesia in May?

Bali, Indonesia typically experiences very good weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Ubud average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Bali, Indonesia in May?

Average temperatures in Bali, Indonesia during May range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Ubud.

Does Bali, Indonesia get a lot of rain in May?

Ubud typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 112 mm (4.4 in) on average across Bali, Indonesia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Bali, Indonesia?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Bali, Indonesia with overall very good weather in Ubud.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly excellent weather in Ubud. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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