Lombok · SpringMonth summary
Lombok weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
23°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
51% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.4h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.5/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (8.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Lombok in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: May is a good time to visit Lombok. July remains slightly better (+0.5 pts).
By trip type
Lombok in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Water at 27°C and lively beaches — May is peak swimming season in Lombok Spring marks the start of the good season in Lombok. Temperatures rise (30°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 51% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (8.0/10) remains theoretically better.
Browse by month
All months for Lombok
Annual table
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 23°C | 28°C | 85% | 7.6 | 8.7h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 23°C | 29°C | 84% | 8.6 | 9.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 23°C | 29°C | 82% | 7.0 | 9.7h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ April | 23°C | 29°C | 71% | 5.2 | 11.4h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 23°C | 30°C | 51% | 3.4 | 11.4h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 22°C | 29°C | 49% | 2.8 | 11.1h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 22°C | 28°C | 44% | 2.8 | 11.0h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 21°C | 29°C | 40% | 2.4 | 11.2h | 8.0/10 |
| ⛅ September | 22°C | 30°C | 61% | 3.9 | 11.7h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ October | 23°C | 30°C | 69% | 6.0 | 12.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 23°C | 30°C | 91% | 10.9 | 10.9h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 23°C | 29°C | 90% | 10.3 | 9.4h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Lombok averages 30°C, 51% rainy days and 11.4h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.5/10.
See methodology →
Comparison
May vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -2°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -7%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Lombok in May
Is May a good time to visit Lombok?
May is an excellent time to visit Lombok (score 7.5/10). With 30°C, 11.4h of sunshine and 51% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Does it rain a lot in Lombok in May?
Yes, 51% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
Accommodation
Find a place to stay in Lombok
Find places to stay in Lombok in May
Search on Hotels.com
Activities & tours
Activities and tours in Lombok
Guided tours, skip-the-line tickets and local experiences.
Browse activities on GetYourGuide
Flights
Find a flight to Lombok
Compare flights from all airlines.
Search flights
←
Explore also
Similar destinations in May
Moorea🌍 Top destinations
Other top destinations in May
Trinidad
Santiago
Socotra
Puerto Escondido
PantelleriaWeather rankings
Compare destinations by weather
Best in EuropeGuides & comparisons