The weather in May in Jakarta

It's hot in May in Jakarta with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.

Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Jakarta. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Jakarta, Indonesia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.

Temperature records

With 38°C in 2015, Jakarta reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 28°C.

Rainfall amount

In May, there is an average of 114 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.

Daily weather in May for Jakarta

Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Jakarta. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

May weather comparison

  Jakarta New York
Average temperature 33°C 22°C
Max. temperature 34°C 28°C
Min. temperature 24°C -5°C
Total precipitation 114 mm 105 mm
Rainy days 15 days 14 days

Start of May

The month of May starts in Jakarta with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 26°C.

Mid May

By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 26°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.

End of May

By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Jakarta is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.

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Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in May in Jakarta, Indonesia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in May in Jakarta

Temperature in May in Jakarta over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Jakarta, Indonesia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Daily Precipitation in May in Jakarta

Total precipitation in May in Jakarta over the years

Daily UV index in May in Jakarta

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Jakarta, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Weather experiences in May in Jakarta

The weather in May in Jakarta is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2 visitors. Have you been to Jakarta? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.

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There were days of extreme heat followed by sudden heavy rainfall. High humidity caused discomfort at times. For people who like tropical climates, it was okay. For a city on the equator, this is nothing surprising.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Hot and occasional rain. but that was nice and refreshing— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average weather in Jakarta by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Jakarta. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.