Java in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather on the island of Java in may 2025
Here, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of may for most popular cities in Java. These predictions are probabilities for may from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in may in Jakarta
tolerable weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
83°F
Clear/Sunny
47% of time
31%
19%
4%
Weather at 12pm
90°F
Clear/Sunny
43% of time
31%
20%
7%
Weather at 6pm
83°F
Heavy rain
29% of time
28%
27%
16%
Weather at 3am
81°F
42%
30%
21%
8%
Where to go on the island of Java in may?
Where to go on the island of Java in may: destination map
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Where to go in each region in may?
| Central Java (Semarang, Yogyakarta, Karimun Java...) | 81°F to 92°F | 8 à 23 days | 86°F | good weather* |
| East Java (Surabaya, Malang, Batu...) | 81°F to 92°F | 7 à 22 days | 85°F to 86°F | good weather* |
| West Java (Jakarta, Bandung, Bogor...) | 83°F to 90°F | 9 à 21 days | 86°F | tolerable weather* |
Where should you go on the island of Java in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate on the island of Java in may ranges from good to very bad depending on the region and city.
You are lucky: It is not ideal 100%, but the weather in Java in may should be good in Probolinggo, Mojokerto and Pamanukan. I allows to appreciate tour in these places. And even why not take a little time to sunbathe!
If you do not go lazing in the sun, but, for example to discover the heritage, the cities of Semarang, Cirebon, Genteng, Tegal, Cilacap, Sidoarjo, Kebumen, Situbondo, Tambah, Banyuwangi, Kediri, Yogyakarta, Kudus, Ngawi, Karimun Java, Pekalongan, Blitar, Sumenep, Tengah, Pemalang, Lumajang, Klaten, Purwokerto, Trenggalek, Serang, Pacitan, Surabaya, Jember, Bogor, Bangkalan, Purwakarta, Tuban, Tasikmalaya, Surakarta, Indramayu and Madiun have a quite correct weather for this kind of activity in may. Finally, we advise you to avoid you get in the cities of Malang, Batang, Wonosobo, Jakarta, Bandung, Batu, Magelang, Sukabumi and Salatiga that month because the climate is unfavorable.
Climate on the island of Java in may
Climate in Jakarta in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 83°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is very warm in this location in the month of may. With 8.6in over 14 days, you will experience some showers throughout your trip. But this is moderate and it will not be continuous.
With an unfavorable weather, the month of may is not the best time to go in this locality in Java.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 86°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 90°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 86°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 14 day(s) (46%) | ||
| Humidity | 78% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 29% | ||
| Length of day | 11:50 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Bandung in may
In may, maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 74°F (for an average temperature of 79°F). The climate quite good in that area in may. With 17.8in over 20 days, you will suffer the rain during your holidays. Remember to bring Rain coats.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Rainfall | 17.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 20 day(s) (64%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 40% | ||
| Length of day | 11:48 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Surabaya in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Surabaya is 86°F (maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 83°F). The climate is very warm in this city in this month. With 4.4in over 7 days, rainfall can happen throughout your trip. But this is pretty moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct weather, the month of may is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this city.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 86°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 90°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 86°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (21%) | ||
| Humidity | 78% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 23% | ||
| Length of day | 11:47 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Bogor in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Bogor is 85°F (maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 79°F). The climate is very hot in this city in may. With 13.3in over 19 days, you may find yourself often in the rain for your vacations. Remember to pack clothes for rain.
With proper weather, may is okay (but not good time) for traveling there in Indonesia.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 90°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Rainfall | 13.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 19 day(s) (60%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 36% | ||
| Length of day | 11:49 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Malang in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Malang is 79°F (maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 74°F). The climate quite nice there in may. With 28.5in over 22 days, you will suffer the rain during your vacations. Remember to bring clothes for rain.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Rainfall | 28.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 22 day(s) (71%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 54% | ||
| Length of day | 11:45 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities on the island of Java in may
| Jakarta in may | tolerable weather |
| Bandung in may | tolerable weather |
| Surabaya in may | good weather |
| Bogor in may | tolerable weather |
| Malang in may | very bad weather |
| Semarang in may | good weather |
| Babadan in may | tolerable weather |
| Batu in may | tolerable weather |
| Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park in may | very bad weather |
| Cilegon in may | good weather |
| Cocolan in may | bad weather |
| Gunung Bromo in may | very bad weather |
| Karimun Java in may | tolerable weather |
| Kawah Ijen in may | good weather |
| Mount Ciremai National Park in may | tolerable weather |
| Parc national Halimun Salak in may | tolerable weather |
| Pasar Sirih Beach in may | good weather |
| Sendangbiru in may | very bad weather |
| Sindangbarang in may | bad weather |
| Sindangkerta Beach in may | tolerable weather |
| Sukamade beach in may | good weather |
| Surakarta in may | bad weather |
| Taman Nasional Alas Purwo in may | good weather |
| Taman Nasional Meru Betiri in may | tolerable weather |
| Tambah in may | tolerable weather |
| Tanjung Pasir Beach in may | tolerable weather |
| Ujung Kulon National Park in may | tolerable weather |
| Yogyakarta in may | tolerable weather |
| Bangkalan in may | good weather |
| Banyuwangi in may | good weather |
| Batang in may | good weather |
| Blitar in may | tolerable weather |
| Cilacap in may | tolerable weather |
| Cirebon in may | tolerable weather |
| Genteng in may | tolerable weather |
| Indramayu in may | good weather |
| Jember in may | tolerable weather |
| Kebumen in may | tolerable weather |
| Kediri in may | tolerable weather |
| Klaten in may | bad weather |
| Kudus in may | good weather |
| Lumajang in may | very bad weather |
| Madiun in may | good weather |
| Magelang in may | very bad weather |
| Mojokerto in may | good weather |
| Ngawi in may | good weather |
| Pacitan in may | good weather |
| Pamanukan in may | good weather |
| Pekalongan in may | good weather |
| Pemalang in may | good weather |
| Probolinggo in may | tolerable weather |
| Purwakarta in may | good weather |
| Purwokerto in may | tolerable weather |
| Salatiga in may | bad weather |
| Serang in may | tolerable weather |
| Sidoarjo in may | good weather |
| Situbondo in may | good weather |
| Sukabumi in may | bad weather |
| Sumenep in may | good weather |
| Tasikmalaya in may | bad weather |
| Tegal in may | good weather |
| Tengah in may | good weather |
| Trenggalek in may | good weather |
| Tuban in may | good weather |
| Wonosobo in may | very bad weather |
Weather data for Java in may:
Weather data for Java in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 on the island of Java. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather on the island of Java can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Java.