Weather on the island of Sulawesi in may 2024

In this section, find the the weather forecast for may for most popular cities in Sulawesi. These forecasts are probabilities for the month of may from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.

Average weather in may in Makassar

good weather UV index: 8

Weather at 6am
83°F

Partly Cloudy

42%

Moderate rain at times

8%

Cloudy

5%

Weather at 12pm
88°F

Moderate rain at times

24%

Clear/Sunny

21%

Heavy rain

15%

Weather at 6pm
83°F

Partly Cloudy

25%

Moderate rain at times

25%

Heavy rain

17%

Weather at 3am
79°F

Clear/Sunny

41%

Partly Cloudy

36%

Moderate rain at times

20%

Heavy rain

4%

More information about the weather in Makassar in may



Where to go on the island of Sulawesi in may?

Where to go on the island of Sulawesi in may: destination map

Legend: perfect weather good tolerable bad very bad

Where to go in each region in may?

Central Sulawesi
(Palu, Togian Islands, Luwuk...)
81°F to 88°F22 à 27 days86°F to 88°F
bad weather*
North Sulawesi
(Manado, Bunaken Island, Bitung...)
86°F to 88°F12 à 19 days86°F
tolerable weather*
South Sulawesi
(Makassar, Parepare, Selayar...)
86°F to 90°F10 à 24 days85°F to 86°F
good weather*
Southeast Sulawesi
(Kendari, Wakatobi Regency, Buton...)
85°F to 86°F19 à 22 days86°F
tolerable weather*
West Sulawesi
(Polewali, Mamasa, Pedongga...)
86°F to 88°F10 à 26 days86°F
bad weather*
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.


Where should you go on the island of Sulawesi in may when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate on the island of Sulawesi in may ranges from good to very bad depending on the region and city.

Although it is not perfect the weather in Sulawesi in may is, on average, pretty good in Sengkang. I allows to enjoy tours in this city. And even why not take a little time to lazing in the sun!

If you do not go lazing in the sun, but, for example to discover the heritage, the cities of Palopo and Kendari have a decent enough weather for it in may. Eventually, it is not advisable to travel to Lembeh, Makassar, Bitung, Polewali, Bunaken Island, Luwuk, Selayar, Gorontalo, Parepare, Ampana, Manado, Wakatobi Regency, Tondano, Tomohon, Togian Islands, Palu, Mamuju, Bulukumba, Buton, Sangihe Islands, Mamasa and Enrekang that month because the climate is pretty bad.


Climate on the island of Sulawesi in may

Climate in Makassar in may

In the month of may, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 83°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is very hot in that locality in the month of may. With 6.5in over 10 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your vacations. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With an unfavorable weather, the month of may is not the best time to go in Makassar.

May
Average temperature 86°F
Highest temperature 90°F
Lowest temperature 83°F
Sea temperature 85°F
Rainfall 6.5in
Number of days with rainfall 10 day(s)
(32%)
Humidity 80%
Daily sunshine hours 9
Cloud cover 31%
Length of day 11:53
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net good
more information about the climate in Makassar in may

Climate in Manado in may

In may, the mean temperature in Manado is 83°F (maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 77°F). The climate is very hot in that area in may. With 13.1in over 19 days, rainfall can happen during your holidays. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With an unfavorable weather, the month of may is not the best time to go there in Indonesia.

May
Average temperature 83°F
Highest temperature 88°F
Lowest temperature 77°F
Sea temperature 86°F
Rainfall 13.1in
Number of days with rainfall 19 day(s)
(61%)
Humidity 88%
Daily sunshine hours 11
Cloud cover 37%
Length of day 12:11
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Manado in may

Climate in Kendari in may

In may, the mean temperature in Kendari is 83°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is very warm in this city in this month. With 18.4in over 22 days, you will suffer the rain for your holidays. So remember to pack adapted clothes.
With a correct weather, the month of may is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this locality.

May
Average temperature 83°F
Highest temperature 86°F
Lowest temperature 81°F
Sea temperature 85°F
Rainfall 18.4in
Number of days with rainfall 22 day(s)
(70%)
Humidity 88%
Daily sunshine hours 10
Cloud cover 51%
Length of day 11:57
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net bad
more information about the climate in Kendari in may

Climate in Ampana in may

In may, the mean temperature in Ampana is 83°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 79°F). The climate is very warm in this location in this month. With 16.7in over 23 days, you will suffer the rain throughout your journey. Remember to bring Rain coats.

May
Average temperature 83°F
Highest temperature 86°F
Lowest temperature 79°F
Rainfall 16.7in
Number of days with rainfall 23 day(s)
(74%)
Humidity 88%
Daily sunshine hours 11
Cloud cover 45%
Length of day 12:05
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net bad
more information about the climate in Ampana in may

Climate in Bangkir in may

In the month of may, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 81°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate is quite nice there in the month of may. With 22.9in over 25 days, the weather is rather to rain for your stay. So remember to bring adapted clothes.

May
Average temperature 85°F
Highest temperature 86°F
Lowest temperature 81°F
Sea temperature 86°F
Rainfall 22.9in
Number of days with rainfall 25 day(s)
(82%)
Humidity 86%
Daily sunshine hours 12
Cloud cover 43%
Length of day 12:09
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Bangkir in may


All cities on the island of Sulawesi in may

Makassar in maygood weather
Manado in maytolerable weather
Kendari in maybad weather
Ampana in maybad weather
Bangkir in mayvery bad weather
Bitung in maytolerable weather
Buton in maytolerable weather
Bunaken Island in maytolerable weather
Sangihe Islands in maytolerable weather
Togian Islands in maybad weather
Wakatobi Regency in maytolerable weather
Kabaena in maytolerable weather
Kabawo in maybad weather
Kolaka in maybad weather
Lembeh in maytolerable weather
Lolak in maygood weather
Luwuk in maybad weather
Mamasa in maybad weather
Nuangan in maytolerable weather
Palopo in maytolerable weather
Palu in mayvery bad weather
See full list of cities (37)


Weather data for Sulawesi in may:

Weather data for Sulawesi in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 on the island of Sulawesi. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather on the island of Sulawesi can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Sulawesi (Celebes).


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