Mangalore weather in May (Karnataka, India)

Looking to travel to Mangalore in May? This guide provides all the details you need.

In May, Mangalore typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 32°C, while night temperatures can drop to 27°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Mangalore in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 191 mm for the month. Typically around 6 days of rainfall is expected.

With around 222 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Mangalore, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 191 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 222 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in May

Find out more about the weather in India in May and which places have the best weather 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 Mangalore 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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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