Monthly climate guide
Kupang weather in May
May in Kupang is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 30°C (87°F) and night-time lows near 24°C (75°F). The month usually brings about 41 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as April and about the same as June.
What stands out in May
- Humidity near 75% makes 30°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Rain is well below Kupang's usual level (around 64% less).
- Just 450 km apart, but Kupang runs about 2°C warmer than Labuan Bajo this month.
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Kupang.
Avg high
30°C
87°F
Avg low
24°C
75°F
Rainfall
41 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
75%
relative
Sky
50%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Kupang weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 83°F | 25°C / 77°F | 383 mm | 85% | 87% |
| February | 29°C / 83°F | 25°C / 77°F | 248 mm | 85% | 78% |
| March | 29°C / 84°F | 25°C / 77°F | 209 mm | 83% | 76% |
| April | 30°C / 86°F | 24°C / 76°F | 74 mm | 79% | 56% |
| May | 30°C / 87°F | 24°C / 75°F | 41 mm | 75% | 50% |
| June | 30°C / 87°F | 23°C / 73°F | 14 mm | 70% | 46% |
| July | 30°C / 87°F | 22°C / 72°F | 15 mm | 68% | 36% |
| August | 31°C / 89°F | 22°C / 71°F | 3 mm | 64% | 27% |
| September | 33°C / 92°F | 22°C / 72°F | 5 mm | 62% | 28% |
| October | 34°C / 94°F | 24°C / 75°F | 24 mm | 62% | 34% |
| November | 34°C / 93°F | 26°C / 78°F | 87 mm | 65% | 51% |
| December | 31°C / 87°F | 26°C / 78°F | 249 mm | 79% | 84% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is May a good time to visit Kupang?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Kupang →Other Indonesia cities in May
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Kupang in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Kupang?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Kupang, with highs around 30°C and about 41 mm of rain.
How warm is Kupang in May?
Average highs are about 30°C (87°F) and average lows about 24°C (75°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Kupang in May?
Kupang typically gets around 41 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Kupang (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.