Pekanbaru in May
5.2out 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 (190 mm)
12:01 hDaylight
06:10Sunrise · 18:11 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 32°C
- Very wet: about 25 rainy 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 (±3.8 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 | 31°C | 23°C | 209 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.6 |
| February | 31°C | 23°C | 159 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.4 |
| March | 32°C | 24°C | 214 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.3 |
| April | 32°C | 24°C | 233 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.2 |
| May | 32°C | 24°C | 190 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.2 |
| June | 32°C | 24°C | 131 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.4 |
| July | 32°C | 23°C | 124 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.5 |
| August | 32°C | 23°C | 159 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.3 |
| September | 32°C | 23°C | 194 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.3 |
| October | 32°C | 23°C | 242 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.3 |
| November | 31°C | 24°C | 297 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.5 |
| December | 31°C | 23°C | 264 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Pekanbaru in May?
Daytime highs average 32°C and nights about 24°C.
When is the best time to visit Pekanbaru?
The best months are January, December, July, November.