May · Indonesia
Best time to visit Komodo Island in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Komodo Island in May
Average temperature 26°C, 42 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.4/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 42 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Komodo Island scores 7.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 26°C, 42 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Komodo Island is the main home of the Komodo dragon, inside a national park of dry hills, pink beaches and reefs.
May in Komodo Island — reliably good (6th best month)
Trail conditions at 26°C (78°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in May; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
With around 42 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 7.4/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 8.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Komodo Island in May?
- In May, Komodo Island averages 26°C, 42 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.4/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Komodo Island?
- May earns a 7.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Komodo Island in May?
- Expect about 42 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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