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Miri weather in May (Sarawak, Malaysia)

Thinking of visiting Miri in May? Check the weather first! Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Miri includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 31°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 26°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Miri in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 183 mm for the month. On average, there are about 18 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

With around 220 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures February generally stands out with the best circumstances. While June, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Miri, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 183 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
SunshineSunshine 220 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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.

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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
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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