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Dhaka in May sees very high daytime temperatures of 34°C (93°F) and nighttime lows of 26°C (79°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 315 mm (12 in) of rainfall for the month.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Dhaka. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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42-year average (1979-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Dhaka typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 34°C (93°F). Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 24°C (75°F) to 27°C (81°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Dhaka spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 26 years of weather observations in Dhaka between 2000 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Bangladesh and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Bangladesh 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).
Get ready for hot weather in May! Lightweight, breathable fabrics are your best friend during this month. Cotton and linen shirts, shorts, sundresses, and sandals will keep you comfortable. Light colors help reflect the heat, avoid wearing black. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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