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Tanjungpandan weather in May (Sumatra, Indonesia)

What is the weather forecast for Tanjungpandan in May? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Tanjungpandan tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 31°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 26°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Tanjungpandan in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 229 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Tanjungpandan. August typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tanjungpandan climate page with graphs.

 

Tanjungpandan, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 229 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 88% *  
Data from: Tandjung Pandang, Indonesia (11 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in Indonesia in May

Find out more about the weather in Indonesia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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