Islamabad weather in May (Pakistan)

Curious about the climate in Islamabad this May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

May in Islamabad generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. May marks the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 34°C, while nights can cool down to about 20°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Islamabad in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. This month experiences about 8 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 312 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

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 and which places have the best travel 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 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.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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