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Langkawi weather in May (Johor, Malaysia)

What does the weather outlook for Langkawi look like in May? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Langkawi includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 31°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 27°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Langkawi in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 230 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 18 days of rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Langkawi. January and February typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Langkawi, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 61%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 230 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 83%  

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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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