Temperature in North Sumatra in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in North Sumatra, Indonesia this May.

North Sumatra, Indonesia, a region in Indonesia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 28°C (82°F) in Tuk Tuk to 33°C (91°F) in Medan. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Medan and 20°C (68°F) in Tuk Tuk.

What is the temperature of the different cities in North Sumatra, Indonesia in May?

Find the average daytime temperatures in May for the most popular destinations in North Sumatra on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in North Sumatra in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

North Sumatra temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in North Sumatra, Indonesia in May?

Expect daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F) in Medan. That makes May a very high month for North Sumatra, Indonesia.

How cold does it get at night in North Sumatra, Indonesia in May?

Average overnight lows in North Sumatra, Indonesia during May sit near 24°C (75°F) in Medan.

What is the warmest city in May in North Sumatra, Indonesia?

According to our recent database analysis, Medan is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 33°C (91°F) and rarely drops below 24°C (75°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in May in North Sumatra, Indonesia?

The coldest city in May in North Sumatra, Indonesia is Tuk Tuk when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 28°C (82°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 20°C (68°F).

How much sun does North Sumatra, Indonesia get in May?

Medan usually sees around 136 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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