Bukittinggi in May
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Very wet: about 24 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
20°CAvg low
24Rainy days (313 mm)
11:59 hDaylight
06:15Sunrise · 18:14 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Very wet: about 24 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±5.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C | 20°C | 316 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 28°C | 20°C | 280 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 28°C | 20°C | 334 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 28°C | 20°C | 387 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 28°C | 20°C | 313 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 28°C | 20°C | 220 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 27°C | 19°C | 261 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 27°C | 19°C | 363 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 27°C | 20°C | 397 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 27°C | 20°C | 460 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 27°C | 20°C | 525 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 27°C | 20°C | 391 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Bukittinggi in May?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 20°C.
When is the best time to visit Bukittinggi?
The best months are January, February, March, April.