South Kalimantan Weather in May

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

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Banjarmasin Banjarbaru

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

What to Expect in South Kalimantan in May

South Kalimantan, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. May in South Kalimantan generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Banjarmasin. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Banjarmasin with an average of 158 mm (6.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Banjarbaru with 185 mm (7.3 in).

Explore South Kalimantan by month

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

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March32°C (90°F) April32°C (90°F) May32°C (90°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October33°C (91°F) November32°C (90°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in South Kalimantan in May

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

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 South Kalimantan

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

Temperature range in South Kalimantan (May)

Precipitation variation in South Kalimantan (May)

Banjarmasin

In May Banjarmasin generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
256 mm (10 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
good
good
Climate in Banjarmasin →

Banjarbaru

In May Banjarbaru generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
288 mm (11 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
good
Climate in Banjarbaru →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in South Kalimantan, in Indonesia.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Banjarmasin 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Banjarbaru 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 185 mm (7.3 in)

South Kalimantan weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South Kalimantan, Indonesia in May?

South Kalimantan, Indonesia typically experiences mixed weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Banjarmasin average around 32°C (90°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in South Kalimantan, Indonesia in May?

Average temperatures in South Kalimantan, Indonesia during May range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Banjarmasin.

Does South Kalimantan, Indonesia get a lot of rain in May?

Banjarmasin typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 158 mm (6.2 in) on average across South Kalimantan, Indonesia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit South Kalimantan, Indonesia?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit South Kalimantan, Indonesia with overall good weather in Banjarmasin. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly good weather in Banjarmasin. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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