Pekalongan in May
- How warm is it in Pekalongan in May?
- On an average day the thermometer climbs to 32°C (90°F); nights bottom out near 23°C (73°F).
- Can you swim in the sea in Pekalongan in May?
- Yes. The sea at Pekalongan averages 30°C (86°F) in May, comfortable for a long swim. It is usually about 30°C (86°F) at the start of the month and 30°C (85°F) at the end.
- Is it too hot in Pekalongan in May?
- It is hot: afternoons in Pekalongan average 32°C (90°F) in May and nights stay around 23°C (73°F), with humidity near 83%. Go out early, rest at midday and drink plenty.
Is May a good time to visit Pekalongan?
Yes, May is a good time to visit Pekalongan (go score 78/100), though the weather is even better in July–September.
The sea is warm enough for swimming (about 30°C (86°F)). Tourist crowds: quiet.
Go score: Very good · #5 of 12 months
Pekalongan in May: the month in numbers
May brings Pekalongan afternoon highs of about 32°C (90°F) and nights of 23°C (73°F). There is little difference from April, and June stays much the same (32°C (89°F)). Expect a wet spell or two: about 145 mm of rain on 11 days. With 11 h 48 min of daylight, about 8 h 36 min of it is sunshine on an average day. Swimming is comfortable in water of about 30°C (86°F), its yearly peak.
Tourist crowds are quiet in May, which usually means easier bookings and lower room rates. The general price level is very cheap.
Sunrise moves from 05:43 to 05:47 over the month and sunset from 17:35 to 17:32, so daylight goes from 11 h 52 min to 11 h 45 min. Days get 7 min shorter.
Pekalongan or nearby? The same month in neighbouring destinations
Nearby destinations are about as warm in May: Kedungwuni (10 km), Wonopringgo (12 km), Comal (16 km).
| Destination | Distance | High | Low | Rain days | Sea | Go score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pekalongan | — | 32° | 23° | 11 | 30° | 78 |
| Kedungwuni | 10 km | 32° | 23° | 11 | 30° | 80 |
| Wonopringgo | 12 km | 32° | 23° | 11 | 30° | 80 |
| Comal | 16 km | 32° | 23° | 11 | 30° | 78 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is May a good time to visit Pekalongan?
Yes, May is a good time to visit Pekalongan (go score 78/100), though the weather is even better in July–September. The sea is warm enough for swimming (about 30°C (86°F)). Tourist crowds: quiet.
What is the weather like in Pekalongan in May?
In May, Pekalongan averages a high of 32°C (90°F) and a low of 23°C (73°F), with 145 mm of rain on about 11 days.
Pekalongan: sea water temperature
In May: 30°C (86°F) — very warm.
Updated: Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals