Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat Weather in May

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

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Sorong

Are you planning a trip a to Raja Ampat, Indonesia in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Raja Ampat in May

Raja Ampat, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. May in Raja Ampat generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Sorong. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

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

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 259 mm (10 in) in Sorong.

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Best Places to Visit in Raja Ampat in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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tolerable
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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 Raja Ampat

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Raja Ampat, Indonesia?

Sorong

In May Sorong generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
320 mm (13 in)
259 mm (10 in)
270 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
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Weather conditions
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Climate in Sorong →

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Raja Ampat weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Raja Ampat, Indonesia in May?

Expect poor weather across Raja Ampat, Indonesia in May. The popular destination of Sorong averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Raja Ampat, Indonesia in May?

Sorong averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Raja Ampat, Indonesia get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Sorong records an average of 259 mm (10 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Raja Ampat, Indonesia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Raja Ampat, Indonesia?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Raja Ampat, Indonesia with often poor weather in Sorong.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Sorong.

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