Strait of Hormuz Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran in May.

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Bandar Abbas

Planning a trip to the Strait of Hormuz, Iran this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Strait of Hormuz in May

The Strait of Hormuz, Iran is a region in Iran. May in the Strait of Hormuz generally has very hot temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 37°C (99°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Bandar Abbas. 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 the Strait of Hormuz, Iran, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

May is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.4 mm (0.02 in) in Bandar Abbas.

Explore the Strait of Hormuz by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Strait of Hormuz - and find the best time to visit. (based on Bandar Abbas)

January24°C (75°F) February25°C (77°F) March28°C (82°F) April33°C (91°F) May37°C (99°F) June39°C (102°F) This monthJuly39°C (102°F) August38°C (100°F) September37°C (99°F) October35°C (95°F) November30°C (86°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Strait of Hormuz in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 the Strait of Hormuz

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran?

Bandar Abbas

In May Bandar Abbas generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

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33°C (91°F)
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22°C (72°F)
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Monthly rainfall
6 mm (0.2 in)
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The Strait of Hormuz weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran in May?

Expect less favorable weather across the Strait of Hormuz, Iran in May. The popular destination of Bandar Abbas averages 37°C (99°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran in May?

In Bandar Abbas, the average daytime high in May is 37°C (99°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does the Strait of Hormuz, Iran get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran. Bandar Abbas averages only about 0.4 mm (0.02 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Strait of Hormuz, Iran?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Bandar Abbas, May may not be the ideal time to visit the Strait of Hormuz, Iran.

Generally speaking, January, February, March and December provide excellent weather in Bandar Abbas. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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