Verdict: Fair month
Yogyakarta Weather in May
May runs warm in Yogyakarta, with daily highs around 31°C (88°F) and nights near 23°C (73°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 18 days, so build flexibility into plans. May is workable in Yogyakarta if your dates are fixed — just plan around the conditions.
Average high
31°C / 88°F
Average low
23°C / 73°F
Rain days
~18
Precipitation
152 mm
What to pack for Yogyakarta in May
- Light, breathable clothing — linen and technical fabrics earn their keep
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 18 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Yogyakarta: May (31°C / 88°F) · Coolest: Jan (29°C / 84°F) · Wettest: Mar (~29 rain days)
29°
23°
Jan
29°
23°
Feb
30°
23°
Mar
30°
23°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
22°
Jun
30°
21°
Jul
31°
21°
Aug
31°
22°
Sep
31°
23°
Oct
30°
23°
Nov
30°
23°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)