May · Indonesia
Best time to visit Labuan Bajo in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Labuan Bajo in May
Average temperature 27°C, 81 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.3/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 81 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Labuan Bajo scores 8.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 27°C, 81 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Labuan Bajo is the gateway to Komodo's dragons, Padar's viewpoints and Flores' volcano lakes.
May in Labuan Bajo — reliably good (3rd best month)
May averages 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 81%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Rainfall runs 81 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.6 hours of daylight.
It scores 8.3/10 here, 3rd of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? August scores 1.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Labuan Bajo in May?
- In May, Labuan Bajo averages 27°C, 81 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Labuan Bajo?
- May earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Labuan Bajo in May?
- Expect about 81 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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