Weather in May in Punjab
Planning a journey to Punjab this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Punjab in May?
Punjab is a region in India. May in Punjab generally has very hot temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. During May, summer is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very hot and range from 38°C in Nālāgarh to 42°C in Bathinda. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C in Bathinda and 22°C in Nālāgarh. In Punjab, 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 low rainfall in Bathinda with an average of 23 mm to moderate rainfall in Hoshiārpur with 37 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 293 hours of sunshine in Amritsar. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For a closer look at May's conditions in Punjab, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Punjab's yearly weather, check out our Punjab climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Punjab?
Amritsar
In May Amritsar generally has extremely 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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Ludhiana
In May Ludhiana generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Jalandhar
In May Jalandhar generally has extremely 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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Bathinda
In May Bathinda generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Nālāgarh
In May Nālāgarh generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°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 Punjab, in India.
Is May the best time to visit Punjab?
In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Punjab with often unpleasant weather in Amritsar.
Generally speaking, February, March, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Amritsar. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.
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