The weather in May in Kuwait
It's hot in May in Kuwait with an average temperature of 40°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 37°C to a high of 45°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 31°C.
May isn’t a good month to be in Kuwait. The average temperature of 40°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 Kuwait. 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 2020, Kuwait reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 31°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 34°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 2,6 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Kuwait
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kuwait. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Kuwait | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 40°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 45°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 2,6 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Kuwait with hot temps, averaging around 38°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 41°C, with nights around 27°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 Kuwait is around 43°C, while nighttime temps are about 29°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 9 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 Kuwait is based on weather data from Kuwait City. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Kuwait to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Kuwait. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Kuwait
Temperature in May in Kuwait over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Kuwait. 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 Kuwait
Total precipitation in May in Kuwait over the years
Daily UV index in May in Kuwait
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Kuwait, 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 Kuwait by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kuwait. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.