Surakarta in May
- How warm is it in Surakarta in May?
- Expect around 32°C (90°F) in the afternoon and 23°C (73°F) at night.
- Is it too hot in Surakarta in May?
- For many visitors, yes — about 32°C (90°F) by day and still 23°C (73°F) at night (humidity 82%). Midday heat is best spent indoors or by the water.
Is May a good time to visit Surakarta?
May is a so-so time to visit Surakarta (go score 56/100); the weather is better in July–August.
Tourist crowds: moderate.
Go score: Fair · #5 of 12 months
Surakarta in May: the month in numbers
A typical May day in Surakarta peaks at 32°C (90°F); at night the thermometer drops to about 23°C (73°F). There is little difference from April; June is similar at 32°C (89°F). Rain shows up on 9 days, bringing about 143 mm. Average sunshine: 7 h 36 min per day; the day is 11 h 48 min long.
Visitor numbers: moderate. Local prices overall: very cheap.
The sun is up from 05:39 to 17:30 on the 1st and from 05:44 to 17:27 on the last day. Days get 8 min shorter.
Surakarta or nearby? The same month in neighbouring destinations
Compared with Surakarta in May: Klaten (30 km) is 1 °C (2 °F) cooler; Salatiga (45 km) is 4 °C (8 °F) cooler; Depok (50 km) is 1 °C (2 °F) cooler. None of them is warmer than Surakarta.
May falls in the rainy season in Java. Month by month
Better weather nearby in May
Kencong
Pandaan
Lumajang
Ungaran
Pandak
Bambanglipuro
Srandakan
Gebog
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Frequently asked questions
Is May a good time to visit Surakarta?
May is a so-so time to visit Surakarta (go score 56/100); the weather is better in July–August. Tourist crowds: moderate.
What is the weather like in Surakarta in May?
In May, Surakarta averages a high of 32°C (90°F) and a low of 23°C (73°F), with 143 mm of rain on about 9 days.
Updated: Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals