Average weather for Bintulu in May
It's hot in May in Bintulu with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 24°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Bintulu with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 24°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Bintulu is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In May, there is an average of 223 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Bintulu in May |
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32°C | 22°C | |
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33°C | 28°C | |
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31°C | -5°C | |
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223 mm | 105 mm | |
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19 days | 14 days |
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.
Is May a good time to visit Bintulu?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Bintulu. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2016, Bintulu reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Bintulu
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Bintulu, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Bintulu
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Bintulu, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 19 days of precipitation in Bintulu.
Daily UV index in May in Bintulu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Bintulu, 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.
Temperature in May in Bintulu over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Bintulu, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Bintulu over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Bintulu, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Bintulu
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bintulu. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Bintulu by month
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