When to go
Jakarta in May
In May, Jakarta averages daytime highs of 30°C and night-time lows of 26°C, with about 141 mm of rain over the month. That makes May the 4th warmest and the 7th wettest month of the year here. The most comfortable months are usually July, August and September.
- Average high
- 30°C
- Average low
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 141 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
Climate
Jakarta weather through the year
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C | 29 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 29 |
| Low °C | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
| Rain mm | 353 | 386 | 248 | 197 | 141 | 95 | 89 | 49 | 66 | 134 | 198 | 244 |
Where to stay
Popular hotels in Jakarta
Millennium Hotel Sirih Jakarta
★★★★Hotels4.7 km from centre
9.0
Exceptional
Novotel Jakarta Mangga Dua Square
★★★★Hotels8.7 km from centre
8.8
Excellent
Hotel Mulia Senayan, Jakarta
★★★★★Hotels5.2 km from centre
9.2
Exceptional
Pullman Jakarta Central Park
★★★★★Hotels7.4 km from centre
8.2
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Holiday Inn Express Jakarta Pluit Citygate by IHG
★★★Hotels11 km from centre
8.4
Very good
Holiday Inn & Suites Jakarta Gajah Mada by IHG
★★★★Hotels8.4 km from centre
9.8
Exceptional
FAQ
Jakarta in May: questions
Is May a good time to visit Jakarta?
May is not among the most comfortable months in Jakarta; July, August and September are usually better. Expect highs around 30°C and 141 mm of rain (NASA climate averages, 2001–2020).
How hot is Jakarta in May?
The average daytime high in Jakarta in May is 30°C and the average low is 26°C.
Does it rain in Jakarta in May?
Jakarta gets about 141 mm of rain in May on average, making it the 7th wettest month. Average humidity is 83%.
How much are hotels in Jakarta in May?
Prices depend on dates and availability. Search Jakarta for May on book.maqami.co to see live prices; signed-in members save up to 10% versus the guest price.
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