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Kuala Lumpur weather in May (Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia)

How's the weather trend in Kuala Lumpur as May approaches? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Kuala Lumpur includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 33°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Kuala Lumpur in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 192 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 207 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures February, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kuala Lumpur, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 192 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 82%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 207 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
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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