Assam Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Assam, India in May.

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Guwahati Tezpur Dibrugarh Dimāpur

Planning a journey to Assam, India this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Assam in May

Assam, India is a region in India. May in Assam generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Guwahati. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Assam, India, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Dimāpur with an average of 256 mm (10 in) to heavy rainfall in Hatikhuli with 532 mm (21 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Guwahati enjoys approximately 195 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Assam by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Assam — and find the best time to visit. (based on Guwahati)

January25°C (77°F) February27°C (81°F) March32°C (90°F) April32°C (90°F) May32°C (90°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August33°C (91°F) September32°C (90°F) October31°C (88°F) November29°C (84°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Assam in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Assam.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Assam

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Assam, India?

Temperature range in Assam (May)

Precipitation variation in Assam (May)

Guwahati

In May Guwahati generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
195 hours
135 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
288 mm (11 in)
565 mm (22 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Guwahati →

Tezpur

In May Tezpur generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
286 mm (11 in)
458 mm (18 in)
636 mm (25 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tezpur →

Dibrugarh

In May Dibrugarh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
395 mm (16 in)
425 mm (17 in)
468 mm (18 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dibrugarh →

Dimāpur

In May Dimāpur generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
204 mm (8 in)
256 mm (10 in)
322 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dimāpur →

Hatikhuli

In May Hatikhuli generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
361 mm (14 in)
532 mm (21 in)
713 mm (28 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hatikhuli →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Assam, in India.

In our records: India May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in India in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest May day in India reached 50°C (122°F) in Ahmedabad on May 19, 2016.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Assam in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Guwahati 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 288 mm (11 in)
Tezpur 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 458 mm (18 in)
Dibrugarh 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 425 mm (17 in)
Dimāpur 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 256 mm (10 in)
Hatikhuli 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 532 mm (21 in)
Tinsukia 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 301 mm (12 in)

Assam weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Assam, India in May?

May in Assam, India brings poor weather. In Guwahati, daytime temperatures are typically around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Assam, India in May?

Average temperatures in Assam, India during May range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Guwahati.

Does Assam, India get a lot of rain in May?

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Assam, India, with Guwahati averaging around 288 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Assam, India?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Assam, India due to the typically poor weather in Guwahati.

Generally speaking, January, February, November and December provide perfect weather in Guwahati. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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