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Melaka weather in May (Melaka, Malaysia)

Looking to travel to Melaka in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Melaka typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 31°C, while night temperatures can drop to 26°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Melaka in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 235 mm for the month. Typically around 16 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 212 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Melaka. February typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Melaka climate page with graphs.

 

Melaka, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 235 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 212 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Malacca, Malaysia (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in Malaysia in May

Find out more about the weather in Malaysia in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Melaka in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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