Islamabad weather in May (Pakistan)

How is the weather in Islamabad in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Islamabad generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. May falls within the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 34°C, while nights can cool down to about 20°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Islamabad in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 8 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 312 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Islamabad, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 34°C  

Chance of Rain 28%  

Precipitation 50 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Sunshine 312 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Pakistan in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Islamabad 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.

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

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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