Yogyakarta Province Weather in May

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

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What to Expect in Yogyakarta Province in May

Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. May in Yogyakarta Province generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Yogyakarta. 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.

To explore the conditions in Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Parangtritis with an average of 89 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Sleman with 152 mm (6 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Yogyakarta Province in May

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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 Yogyakarta Province

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Temperature range in Yogyakarta Province (May)

Precipitation variation in Yogyakarta Province (May)

Yogyakarta

In May Yogyakarta generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
278 mm (11 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Kaliurang

In May Kaliurang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
299 mm (12 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Kalasan

In May Kalasan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
276 mm (11 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Pakem

In May Pakem generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
294 mm (12 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Prambanan

In May Prambanan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
276 mm (11 in)
128 mm (5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Yogyakarta 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Kaliurang 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Kalasan 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Pakem 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Prambanan 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Ngingas 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)

Yogyakarta Province weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia in May?

In May, Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia generally has mixed weather conditions. Yogyakarta sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia in May?

Average temperatures in Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia during May range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Yogyakarta.

Does Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia get a lot of rain in May?

Yogyakarta typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 137 mm (5.4 in) on average across Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia?

Given the typically good weather conditions in Yogyakarta, May might be a good time to visit Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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