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Uttar Pradesh Weather in May

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

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Planning a trip to Uttar Pradesh, India this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Uttar Pradesh in May

Uttar Pradesh, India is a region in India. May in Uttar Pradesh generally has very hot temperatures, with low precipitation. The month of May is in the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very hot and range from 40°C (104°F) in Morādābād to 43°C (109°F) in Jhānsi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 29°C (84°F) in Jhānsi and 26°C (79°F) in Morādābād. On average, May is the warmest month of the year in Uttar Pradesh, India. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in Uttar Pradesh, India in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Orchha with an average of 8 mm (0.3 in) to low rainfall in Morādābād with 24 mm (0.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Varanasi gets approximately 303 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Uttar Pradesh in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Uttar Pradesh

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Uttar Pradesh, India?

Temperature range in Uttar Pradesh (May)

Precipitation variation in Uttar Pradesh (May)

Varanasi

In May Varanasi generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
41°C (106°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly sun hours
295 hours
303 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.1 mm (0.3 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Varanasi →

Agra

In May Agra generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C (108°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
39°C (102°F)
42°C (108°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
298 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
8.9 mm (0.4 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Agra →

Noida

In May Noida generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
286 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Noida →

Lucknow

In May Lucknow generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
39°C (102°F)
41°C (106°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
5 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Lucknow →

Ghaziabad

In May Ghaziabad generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
286 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Ghaziabad →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Varanasi 41°C (106°F) 28°C (82°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Agra 42°C (108°F) 27°C (81°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Noida 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Lucknow 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Ghaziabad 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Greater Noida 41°C (106°F) 27°C (81°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)

Uttar Pradesh weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Uttar Pradesh, India in May?

Uttar Pradesh, India typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Varanasi average around 41°C (106°F), and temperatures drop to about 28°C (82°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Uttar Pradesh, India in May?

In Varanasi, the average daytime high in May is 41°C (106°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 28°C (82°F).

Does Uttar Pradesh, India get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Uttar Pradesh, India during May, with Varanasi averaging close to 11 mm (0.4 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Uttar Pradesh, India?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Varanasi, May may not be the ideal time to visit Uttar Pradesh, India.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February and December offering mostly perfect weather in Varanasi. The weather in March, April, May, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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