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Seberang Perai weather in May (Penang, Malaysia)

Planning a trip to Seberang Perai in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Seberang Perai generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 33°C, while night temperatures can drop to 26°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Seberang Perai in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 234 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 181 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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

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

 

Seberang Perai, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 234 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
SunshineSunshine 181 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: George Town, Malaysia (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Malaysia in May

Find out more about the weather in Malaysia in May and which places have the best weather 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 Seberang Perai 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. 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 in May.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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