May · Indonesia
Best time to visit Lombok in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lombok in May
Average temperature 26°C, 66 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.9/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 66 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Lombok scores 8.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 26°C, 66 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lombok trades Bali's crowds for south-coast surf, the Gili islands offshore, and Mount Rinjani rising above the whole island.
May in Lombok — one of the year's strongest windows (2nd)
May averages 26°C (78°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rainfall runs 66 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 hours of daylight.
A 8.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Lombok (2nd of 12); only August scores higher, at 9.3/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lombok in May?
- In May, Lombok averages 26°C, 66 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Lombok?
- May earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lombok in May?
- Expect about 66 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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