Palembang in May
5.4out of 10
Not the best time
Hot: daytime highs around 32°C. Very wet: about 25 rainy days.
32°CAvg high
24°CAvg low
25Rainy days (182 mm)
11:52 hDaylight
06:01Sunrise · 17:53 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 32°C
- Very wet: about 25 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- 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 (±4.2 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 | 30°C | 24°C | 246 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.7 |
| February | 31°C | 24°C | 242 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.6 |
| March | 31°C | 24°C | 299 mm | 29 | – | – | 5.5 |
| April | 31°C | 24°C | 272 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.4 |
| May | 32°C | 24°C | 182 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.4 |
| June | 31°C | 24°C | 119 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.7 |
| July | 31°C | 23°C | 112 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.0 |
| August | 32°C | 23°C | 76 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.4 |
| September | 33°C | 24°C | 85 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.3 |
| October | 33°C | 24°C | 175 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.1 |
| November | 31°C | 24°C | 288 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.4 |
| December | 31°C | 24°C | 300 mm | 29 | – | – | 5.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Palembang in May?
Daytime highs average 32°C and nights about 24°C.
When is the best time to visit Palembang?
The best months are August, September, July.