The month in detail
What to expect in May
May is peak dry season in Labuan Bajo. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain risk remains low (17% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (8.9/10) is significantly better if possible.
May ranks 5 out of 12 months in Labuan Bajo. Compared to April: 12 pts fewer rainy days, +0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
30°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 27
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Labuan Bajo is July (8.9/10), 3.1 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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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 monthMay · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 69%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Labuan Bajo ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
IndonesiaEquatorial tropical climate with a 8.9 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
8.49°S · 119.88°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Labuan Bajo?
August is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 8.4h of sunshine and 9.0% rainy days. The months of August & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Labuan Bajo get in August?
Labuan Bajo averages 8.4 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Labuan Bajo?
February is the most unfavourable month with February has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Labuan Bajo in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Labuan Bajo good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Labuan Bajo scores 4.6/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid Labuan Bajo?
February is the most difficult month to visit Labuan Bajo, with February has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Labuan Bajo in May?
In May, the sea averages 30°C in Labuan Bajo: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Labuan Bajo in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Labuan Bajo (high), with about 11.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.