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Ladakh Weather in May

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

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Considering a trip to Ladakh, India this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Ladakh in May

Ladakh, India is a region in India. May in Ladakh generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) in Leh. In many regions in India, May is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

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

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 43 mm (1.7 in) in Leh.

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Best Places to Visit in Ladakh in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Ladakh

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Ladakh, India?

Leh

In May Leh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
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Weather conditions
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ladakh, 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.

Ladakh weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Ladakh, India generally has poor weather conditions. Leh sees daytime temperatures near 3°C (37°F), with nights cooling to roughly -9°C (16°F).

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

In Leh, the average daytime high in May is 3°C (37°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -9°C (16°F).

Does Ladakh, India get a lot of snow/rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Ladakh, India. Leh averages only about 43 mm (1.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Ladakh, India?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Ladakh, India with often poor weather in Leh.

On average, the best time to visit Ladakh, India is in July and August with generally tolerable weather in Leh. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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