Bangalore weather in May (Karnataka, India)

Wondering what the weather is like in Bangalore during May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

During May, Bangalore usually has very high temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 33°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 22°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Bangalore in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 6 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 242 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, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Bangalore, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 33°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 127 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 48%  

Sunshine 242 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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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.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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