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Cameron Highlands weather in May (Malaysia)

How's the weather trend in Cameron Highlands as May approaches? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Cameron Highlands generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 30°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 21°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Cameron Highlands in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 265 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 134 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Cameron Highlands. January and February typically offer the best circumstances. While March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Cameron Highlands, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 265 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 91%  
SunshineSunshine 134 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Malaysia in May

Find out more about the weather in Malaysia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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