Mandalay weather in May (Myanmar (Burma))

Will it be warm or cold in Mandalay this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

May in Mandalay generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 37°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 26°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Mandalay in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 163 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 10 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 266 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Mandalay, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 37°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 163 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 65%  

Sunshine 266 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Myanmar (Burma) in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 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

Camping

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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