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Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia in May.

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Kuala Lumpur Petaling Jaya Batu Caves Ampang

Thinking about venturing to Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory in May

Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia is a region in Malaysia. May in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Kuala Lumpur. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kuala Lumpur with an average of 192 mm (7.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Ampang with 241 mm (9.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Kuala Lumpur gets approximately 207 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kuala Lumpur)

January32°C (90°F) February33°C (91°F) March33°C (91°F) April33°C (91°F) May33°C (91°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October32°C (90°F) November32°C (90°F) December32°C (90°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory.

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 Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia?

Temperature range in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory (May)

Precipitation variation in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory (May)

Kuala Lumpur

In May Kuala Lumpur generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
207 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
251 mm (9.9 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kuala Lumpur →

Petaling Jaya

In May Petaling Jaya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°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
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
207 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
267 mm (11 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Petaling Jaya →

Batu Caves

In May Batu Caves generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°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
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
207 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
300 mm (12 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
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Ampang

In May Ampang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°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
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
207 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
307 mm (12 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
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Cheras

In May Cheras generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°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
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
207 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
310 mm (12 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kuala Lumpur 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Petaling Jaya 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 205 mm (8.1 in)
Batu Caves 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 236 mm (9.3 in)
Ampang 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 241 mm (9.5 in)
Cheras 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 236 mm (9.3 in)
Kampong Pandan Dalam 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 238 mm (9.4 in)

Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia in May?

May in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia brings poor weather. In Kuala Lumpur, daytime temperatures are typically around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia in May?

Average temperatures in Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia during May range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 33°C (91°F) in Kuala Lumpur.

Does Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Kuala Lumpur records an average of 192 mm (7.6 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Kuala Lumpur, May may not be the ideal time to visit Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, Malaysia.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Kuala Lumpur.

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