Weather in May in Maharashtra
Planning a getaway to Maharashtra this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Maharashtra in May?
Maharashtra is a region in India. Maharashtra has a wide variety of climate types. During May, you can expect very warm temperatures and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 32°C in Alibaug to 44°C in Bori. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 30°C in Bori and 27°C in Alibaug. In Maharashtra, May typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Jālgaon with an average of 3.8 mm to moderate rainfall in Amboli with 82 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Mumbai enjoys approximately 296 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For specific regional insights in Maharashtra for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Maharashtra climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Maharashtra?
Mumbai
In May Mumbai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Pune
In May Pune generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Shirdi
In May Shirdi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Lonavala
In May Lonavala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Nagpur
In May Nagpur generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 44°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 30°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Maharashtra, in India.
Is May the best time to visit Maharashtra?
We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Maharashtra with overall perfect weather in Mumbai.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, November and December provide perfect weather in Mumbai. On the other hand, the months of June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.
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