The weather in May in Mumbai

It's hot in May in Mumbai with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 28°C and 30°C.

May is a good month to be in Mumbai for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much 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 Mumbai, India. 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 40°C in 2015, Mumbai reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 30°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 24°C to a highest value of 32°C.

Water temperature

The water temperature at Mumbai is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.

Rainfall amount

In May, there is an average of 31 mm of precipitation, spread over 2 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.

Daily weather in May for Mumbai

Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Mumbai. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

May weather comparison

  Mumbai New York
Average temperature 34°C 22°C
Max. temperature 35°C 28°C
Min. temperature 28°C -5°C
Total precipitation 31 mm 105 mm
Rainy days 2 days 14 days

Start of May

The month of May starts in Mumbai with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 29°C.

Mid May

By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 35°C, with nights around 29°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.

End of May

By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Mumbai is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 30°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.

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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.

The hurricane season in Mumbai runs from June to November.

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Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in May in Mumbai, India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in May in Mumbai

Temperature in May in Mumbai over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Mumbai, India. 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 Mumbai

Total precipitation in May in Mumbai over the years

Daily UV index in May in Mumbai

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Mumbai, 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 Mumbai by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Mumbai. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.