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MalaysiaThe weather in May in Kuala Lumpur
It's hot in May in Kuala Lumpur with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 25°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Kuala Lumpur. 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 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 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 38°C in 2023, Kuala Lumpur reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 206 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Kuala Lumpur
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kuala Lumpur. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Kuala Lumpur | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 206 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 21 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Kuala Lumpur with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Kuala Lumpur is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Kuala Lumpur
Temperature in May in Kuala Lumpur over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 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 Kuala Lumpur
Total precipitation in May in Kuala Lumpur over the years
Daily UV index in May in Kuala Lumpur
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Kuala Lumpur, 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 Kuala Lumpur by month
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