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May in Akyab brings very high temperatures, with highs of 32°C (90°F) and nights dropping to 27°C (81°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Akyab. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Akyab - and find the best time to visit.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Akyab spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Akyab spans 2006 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Myanmar (Burma) and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Myanmar (Burma) in May →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Akyab in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. With water temperatures around 29°C (84°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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