May · Indonesia
Best time to visit Raja Ampat in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Raja Ampat in May
Average temperature 28°C, 213 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.0/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 213 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Raja Ampat scores 7.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 213 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Raja Ampat's reefs hold the world's richest marine biodiversity, scattered across jungle islands in West Papua.
May holds up well in Raja Ampat — 7th best month
May averages 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 81%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
213 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 7/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Raja Ampat in May?
- In May, Raja Ampat averages 28°C, 213 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Raja Ampat?
- May earns a 7.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Raja Ampat in May?
- Expect about 213 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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