The month in detail
What to expect in May
In May, Canggu sees 30°C during the day with 6.4h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 31% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
May ranks 4 out of 12 months in Canggu. Compared to April: 7 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 23
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Canggu is August (8.4/10), 3.0 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Indonesia
🗣️LanguageIndonesian
💶CurrencyRoupie indonésienne (Rp)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMarch · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 66%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Canggu ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
IndonesiaEquatorial tropical climate with a 8.4 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
8.66°S · 115.13°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Canggu?
August is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 23.0°C lows, 6.7h of sunshine and 24.0% rainy days. The months of August & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Canggu get in August?
Canggu averages 6.7 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Canggu?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Canggu in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 23.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Canggu good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Canggu scores 4.5/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 8.0/10.
When should you avoid Canggu?
January is the most difficult month to visit Canggu, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Canggu in May?
In May, the sea averages 29°C in Canggu: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Canggu in May?
The average UV index reaches 7 in May in Canggu (high), with about 11.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.