Leh weather in May (Ladakh, India)

Looking to travel to Leh in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Leh generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 3°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -9°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Leh in May usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 43 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 4 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Leh. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Leh, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 12%  

Precipitation 43 mm  

Rainy days 4 days  

Where to go in India in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Leh in May?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Barbeque

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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