Semarang in May
- How warm is it in Semarang in May?
- In May Semarang sees typical highs of 33°C (92°F) and lows of 23°C (74°F).
- Can you swim in the sea in Semarang in May?
- Yes. At roughly 30°C (86°F) the water is inviting for most people.
- Is it too hot in Semarang in May?
- It gets very warm: 33°C (92°F) in the afternoon, 23°C (74°F) after sunset, humidity around 82%. Plan sightseeing for the morning and evening and keep to the shade at midday.
Is May a good time to visit Semarang?
Yes, May is a good time to visit Semarang (go score 74/100), though the weather is even better in July–September.
The sea is warm enough for swimming (about 30°C (86°F)). Tourist crowds: moderate.
Go score: Very good · #5 of 12 months
Semarang in May: the month in numbers
A typical May day in Semarang peaks at 33°C (92°F); at night the thermometer drops to about 23°C (74°F). There is little difference from April, and June stays much the same (33°C (91°F)). Rain shows up on 10 days, bringing about 155 mm. Average sunshine: 8 h 24 min per day; the day is 11 h 48 min long. The sea is pleasant at 30°C (86°F), its yearly peak.
Tourist crowds are moderate in May. The general price level is very cheap.
The sun is up from 05:40 to 17:32 on the 1st and from 05:45 to 17:29 on the last day. Days get 7 min shorter.
Semarang or nearby? The same month in neighbouring destinations
Nearby alternatives: Mranggen (11 km) is 1 °C (2 °F) cooler; Ungaran (16 km) is 3.5 °C (6 °F) cooler; Demak (27 km) is 2 °C (3 °F) cooler. None of them is warmer than Semarang.
May falls in the rainy season in Java. Month by month
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Frequently asked questions
Is May a good time to visit Semarang?
Yes, May is a good time to visit Semarang (go score 74/100), though the weather is even better in July–September. The sea is warm enough for swimming (about 30°C (86°F)). Tourist crowds: moderate.
What is the weather like in Semarang in May?
In May, Semarang averages a high of 33°C (92°F) and a low of 23°C (74°F), with 155 mm of rain on about 10 days.
Semarang: 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