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Vishakhapatnam weather in May (India)

How does the weather in Vishakhapatnam usually fare in May? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Vishakhapatnam includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 34°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 29°C. As the year's hottest month, it's essential to have your summer gear ready. Keep cool with light clothing and enjoy the warmth.

Precipitation

Vishakhapatnam in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 36 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 3 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 288 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

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

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

 

Vishakhapatnam, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 29°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 11%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 36 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 69%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 288 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in May

Find out more about the weather in India 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. With a water temperature of around 29°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.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
9/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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