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Perak Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Perak, Malaysia in May.

Planning a getaway to Perak, Malaysia 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 to Expect in Perak in May

Perak, Malaysia is a region in Malaysia. May in Perak generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C (88°F) in Pangkor Island to 34°C (93°F) in Teluk Intan. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Teluk Intan and 26°C (79°F) in Pangkor Island. 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Perak, Malaysia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Teluk Intan with an average of 186 mm (7.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Sungkai with 232 mm (9.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Ipoh typically sees 134 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Perak by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Perak in May

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

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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 Perak

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Perak, Malaysia?

Temperature range in Perak (May)

Precipitation variation in Perak (May)

Ipoh

In May Ipoh 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.

May
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)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
134 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
277 mm (11 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Lumut

In May Lumut generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
243 mm (9.6 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
153 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Pangkor Island

In May Pangkor Island generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
241 mm (9.5 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Taiping

In May Taiping 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 poor that month.

May
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)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
205 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
265 mm (10 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Sitiawan

In May Sitiawan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
249 mm (9.8 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ipoh 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 205 mm (8.1 in)
Lumut 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)
Pangkor Island 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 218 mm (8.6 in)
Taiping 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 222 mm (8.7 in)
Sitiawan 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)
Tambun 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 214 mm (8.4 in)

Perak weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Perak, Malaysia in May?

Expect poor weather across Perak, Malaysia in May. The popular destination of Ipoh averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 23°C (73°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Perak, Malaysia in May?

In Ipoh, the average daytime high in May is 32°C (90°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

Does Perak, Malaysia get a lot of rain in May?

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Perak, Malaysia, with Ipoh averaging around 205 mm (8.1 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Perak, Malaysia?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Perak, Malaysia due to the typically poor weather in Ipoh.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February, June, July and August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Ipoh.

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