If you plan to visit Jakarta in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +32°C during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 24 rainy days in the month and around 109 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+32°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+35°C
Max.
109 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
24 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Jakarta has OK weather in May.
Average temperature in Jakarta in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Jakarta for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +35°C during the day to a minimum of +25°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +34°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +33°C to +33°C.
Is Jakarta warm or cold in May?
Jakarta is typically hot in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +31°C to +32°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +25°C to +25°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Jakarta:
Climate in Jakarta in May
Jakarta weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+31°C
+32°C
+32°C
Min. temperature
+23°C
+22°C
+21°C
Max. temperature
+35°C
+35°C
+35°C
Rainfall
187 mm
109 mm
76 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
84%
83%
82%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1009 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
0
1
1
Cloudy days
1
3
6
Rainy days
26
24
21
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +31°C to +32°C during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 187 mm to 109 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 84% to 83%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 0 to 1.
Wind speed in Jakarta in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Jakarta is gradually increasing during May, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Jakarta based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 58% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 53 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Jakarta wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 90% chance of precipitation and 272 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 52% chance of precipitation and 45 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Jakarta?
This is the weather in Jakarta in May 2023:
1 May
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+33°C
2 May
🌧️
+33°C
3 May
🌫️
+33°C
4 May
🌫️
+34°C
5 May
🌫️
+34°C
6 May
🌫️
+34°C
7 May
☁️
+34°C
8 May
🌫️
+33°C
9 May
🌫️
+33°C
10 May
🌫️
+34°C
11 May
☀️
+33°C
12 May
☁️
+34°C
13 May
☁️
+35°C
14 May
☀️
+35°C
15 May
☁️
+33°C
16 May
☀️
+34°C
17 May
☀️
+34°C
18 May
🌫️
+33°C
19 May
🌫️
+33°C
20 May
🌫️
+34°C
21 May
🌫️
+34°C
22 May
🌧️
+33°C
23 May
☀️
+34°C
24 May
🌫️
+33°C
25 May
🌫️
+34°C
26 May
🌫️
+34°C
27 May
🌫️
+34°C
28 May
🌫️
+33°C
29 May
🌫️
+33°C
30 May
🌫️
+33°C
31 May
🌫️
+33°C
In May 2023 Jakarta had 5 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +34°C, with an absolute maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +33°C. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 58%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Jakarta climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Jakarta in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+30°C) and the highest in 2023 (+33°C). The driest year was 1997 with only 1181 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1984 with 2582 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Jakarta in May:
Is May a good time to visit Jakarta?
It’s always a good time to visit Jakarta, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Jakarta in May?
Absolutely, May is hot in Jakarta. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Jakarta rainy in May?
Jakarta is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Jakarta in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Jakarta in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Indonesia
Check out the weather for other cities in Indonesia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Jakarta, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.