West Papua Weather in May

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

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Sorong Besir Manokwari

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

What to Expect in West Papua in May

West Papua, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. May in West Papua 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. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across West Papua, Indonesia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Besir with an average of 188 mm (7.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Sorong with 259 mm (10 in).

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Best Places to Visit in West Papua in May

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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 West Papua

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

Temperature range in West Papua (May)

Precipitation variation in West Papua (May)

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.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
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
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sorong →

Besir

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
212 mm (8.3 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Besir →

Manokwari

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
423 mm (17 in)
247 mm (9.7 in)
238 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Manokwari →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sorong 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 259 mm (10 in)
Besir 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)
Manokwari 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 247 mm (9.7 in)

West Papua weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in West Papua, Indonesia in May?

Expect poor weather across West Papua, 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 West Papua, Indonesia in May?

Daytime temperatures in Sorong peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in May, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

Does West Papua, Indonesia get a lot of rain in May?

Rainfall in West Papua, Indonesia peaks during May. Sorong averages roughly 259 mm (10 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit West Papua, Indonesia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Sorong, May may not be the ideal time to visit West Papua, Indonesia.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Sorong.

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We have much more information about the climate in West Papua.

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