Putrajaya weather in May (Selangor, Malaysia)

What kind of weather does May bring to Putrajaya? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

During May, Putrajaya usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 33°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 25°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Putrajaya in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 211 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 207 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Putrajaya, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 33°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 211 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Sunshine 207 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (27 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in Malaysia in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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