Akyab weather in May (Myanmar (Burma))

Curious about the climate in Akyab this May? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

During May, Akyab usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 32°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 27°C. Expect some days to be hotter than these averages. Stay cool by wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water throughout the day.

Precipitation

Akyab in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 286 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Akyab. January, February, March, April and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Akyab climate page with graphs.

 

Akyab, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 27°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Water Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 286 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 78%  

Where to go in Myanmar (Burma) in May

Find out more about the weather in Myanmar (Burma) and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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