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Arau weather in May (Perlis, Malaysia)

Is Arau a good destination in May, weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In May, Arau tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 33°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 26°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Arau in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 215 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 17 days of rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Arau. January typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Arau, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 215 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
Data from: Langkawi, Malaysia (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Where to go in Malaysia in May

Find out more about the weather in Malaysia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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