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In Salalah, May brings very high daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), with nights cooling to 26°C (79°F). It is the wettest month of the year, so expect more rainfall than usual.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March, July, August, September and December typically offer the best weather for Salalah.
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48-year average (1978-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Salalah typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 33°C (91°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 27°C (81°F).
48-year average (1978-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Salalah spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 48 years of weather observations (1978-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Salalah.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Salalah in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. Expect water temperatures of around 28°C (82°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Water Temp
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