Bentong weather in May (Pahang, Malaysia)

How does the weather in Bentong usually fare in May? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In May, Bentong tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 32°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 23°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Bentong in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 205 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 207 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Bentong. January, February, June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Bentong, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 205 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Sunshine 207 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (59 KM, 37 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.

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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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