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Vishakhapatnam weather in May (India)

Planning a trip to Vishakhapatnam in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Vishakhapatnam typically experiences very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 34°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 29°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Vishakhapatnam in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 36 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 3 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 288 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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 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 Vishakhapatnam 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. 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 in May.

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

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