Yogyakarta weather in May (Yogyakarta Province, Indonesia)

What can you expect from the weather in Yogyakarta during May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Yogyakarta generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 23°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Yogyakarta in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 137 mm for the month. Typically around 10 days of rainfall is expected.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Yogyakarta, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 137 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  

Where to go in Indonesia in May

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

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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 Yogyakarta in May?

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 in May.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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