The weather in May in Bangladesh
It's hot in May in Bangladesh with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 27°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Bangladesh. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Bangladesh. 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 42°C in 2014, Bangladesh reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 30°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 359 mm of precipitation, spread over 28 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Bangladesh
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bangladesh. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Bangladesh | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 34°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 35°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 359 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 28 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Bangladesh with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 35°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Bangladesh is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 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 Bangladesh is based on weather data from Dhaka. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Bangladesh to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Bangladesh. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Bangladesh
Temperature in May in Bangladesh over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Bangladesh. 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 Bangladesh
Total precipitation in May in Bangladesh over the years
Daily UV index in May in Bangladesh
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Bangladesh, 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.
Weather experiences in May in Bangladesh
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Very hot and humid, with sudden heavy rains. Although a bit uncomfortable, it was also exciting to survive the rainy season.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Bangladesh by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bangladesh. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.