The weather in May in Bahrain
It's hot in May in Bahrain with an average temperature of 37°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 40°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 27°C and 31°C.
May isn’t a good month to be in Bahrain. The average temperature of 37°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Bahrain. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 47°C in 2014, Bahrain reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 33°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,1 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Bahrain
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bahrain. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Bahrain | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 37°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 40°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 27°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,1 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Bahrain with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 28°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 37°C, with nights around 29°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Bahrain is around 39°C, while nighttime temps are about 31°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Bahrain is based on weather data from Manama. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Bahrain to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Bahrain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Bahrain
Temperature in May in Bahrain over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Bahrain. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Bahrain
Total precipitation in May in Bahrain over the years
Daily UV index in May in Bahrain
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Bahrain, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Bahrain by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bahrain. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.