Kānpur weather in May (Uttar Pradesh, India)

Can you expect sunny skies in Kānpur in May? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Kānpur includes very high temperatures and low rainfall. May is part of summer. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 41°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 27°C. With its high temperatures, this month often tops the charts as the hottest. Be sure to pack summer gear and stay prepared for the heat.

Precipitation

Kānpur in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 13 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 1 day this month are expected to have rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, November and December 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 Kānpur climate page with graphs.

 

Kānpur, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 27°C  

Max Temperature 41°C  

Chance of Rain 3%  

Precipitation 13 mm  

Rainy days 1 day  

Humidity 31%  

Where to go in India in May

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

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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.

Camping

9/10

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