Kengtung weather in May (Myanmar (Burma))

What can you expect from the weather in Kengtung during May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Kengtung generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 19°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Kengtung in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 219 mm for the month. Typically around 17 days of rainfall is expected.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Kengtung. January, February, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kengtung, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 219 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Where to go in Myanmar (Burma) in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Kengtung in May?

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 in May.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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