Weather in Malaysia in may 2025

Below, find the the weather forecast for may for most popular cities in Malaysia. These forecasts are probabilities for may from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.

Average weather in may in Kuala Lumpur

tolerable weather UV index: 7

Weather at 6am
79°F

Clear/Sunny

29%

Moderate rain at times

23%

Heavy rain

5%

Weather at 12pm
92°F

Partly Cloudy

23%

Clear/Sunny

12%

Cloudy

4%

Weather at 6pm
81°F

Heavy rain

20%

Partly Cloudy

15%

Clear/Sunny

9%

Weather at 3am
76°F

Moderate rain at times

38%

Partly Cloudy

27%

Clear/Sunny

21%

Fog

8%

More information about the weather in Kuala Lumpur in may



Where to go in Malaysia in may?

Where to go in Malaysia in may: destination map

Malaysia: weather map in may in different regions
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Where to go in each region in may?

East Coast of Malaysia
(Tioman Island, Kota Bharu, Kuala Terengganu...)
88°F to 97°F17 à 28 days86°F to 88°F
bad weather*
Johor
(Johor Bahru, Mersing, Batu Pahat...)
90°F to 92°F13 à 25 days86°F to 88°F
tolerable weather*
Sabah (Borneo)
(Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, Tawau...)
86°F to 90°F15 à 29 days86°F
tolerable weather*
Sarawak (Borneo)
(Kuching, Sibu, Bintulu...)
85°F to 92°F8 à 23 days86°F to 88°F
tolerable weather*
West Coast of Malaysia
(Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Malacca...)
86°F to 94°F12 à 21 days86°F to 88°F
tolerable weather*
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.


Where should you go in Malaysia in may when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate in Malaysia in may ranges from tolerable to bad depending on the region and city.

That month is not the best month to travel to in Malaysia. The weather in George Town, Penang, Johor Bahru, Kuching and Tioman Island is OK but just acceptable. The sun is not there all the time and you risk you to be soaked by rain often. However, if you don't plan a beach and sun trip but rather nature excursions or walking, this climate may suit. In addition, there are definitely fewer tourists during this period.

It's even worse in Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur, Pangkor island, Rawa island, Malacca, Kota Bharu, Mersing, Langkawi Island, Taman Negara national park, Miri, Sandakan, Redang Island, Gunung Mulu National Park, Kuantan and Jodhpur and surrounding areas where the climate is even worse. It is not recommended to visit these areas in may.


Climate in Malaysia in may

Climate in Kuala Lumpur in may

In the month of may, maximum temperature is 92°F and minimum temperature is 79°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is burning around this city in the month of may. With 8.5in over 19 days, the weather is rather to rain throughout your holidays. Consider to pack rain clothes.

May
Average temperature 86°F
Highest temperature 92°F
Lowest temperature 79°F
Rainfall 8.5in
Number of days with rainfall 19 day(s)
(60%)
Humidity 87%
Daily sunshine hours 11
Cloud cover 38%
Length of day 12:16
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Kuala Lumpur in may

Climate in Malacca in may

In may, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 83°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is very warm in this city in this month. With 10in over 18 days, rain may occur during your journey. But this is reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a bad climate, may is not the best time to go there in Malaysia.

May
Average temperature 86°F
Highest temperature 90°F
Lowest temperature 83°F
Sea temperature 87°F
Rainfall 10in
Number of days with rainfall 18 day(s)
(57%)
Humidity 83%
Daily sunshine hours 11
Cloud cover 35%
Length of day 12:13
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Malacca in may

Climate in Penang in may

In the month of may, the mean temperature in Penang is 85°F (maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is burning around this city in the month of may. With 13.7in over 21 days, you may find yourself often in the rain for your vacations. Consider to bring adapted clothes.
With a correct weather, may is okay (but not the best time) for traveling there.

May
Average temperature 85°F
Highest temperature 88°F
Lowest temperature 81°F
Sea temperature 87°F
Rainfall 13.7in
Number of days with rainfall 21 day(s)
(68%)
Humidity 82%
Daily sunshine hours 11
Cloud cover 37%
Length of day 12:22
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net bad
more information about the climate in Penang in may

Climate in Batu Pahat in may

In the month of may, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 83°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is very hot in that locality in the month of may. With 7.3in over 14 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your journey. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a bad climate, the month of may is not recommended month to go in this city.

May
Average temperature 86°F
Highest temperature 90°F
Lowest temperature 83°F
Sea temperature 87°F
Rainfall 7.3in
Number of days with rainfall 14 day(s)
(44%)
Humidity 85%
Daily sunshine hours 11
Cloud cover 35%
Length of day 12:12
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Batu Pahat in may

Climate in Bintulu in may

In the month of may, the mean temperature in Bintulu is 85°F (maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 79°F). The climate is burning around this city in may. With 15.2in over 20 days, the weather is rather to rain throughout your vacations. Consider to bring rain clothes.
With proper weather, may is okay (but not good month) for traveling there in Malaysia.

May
Average temperature 85°F
Highest temperature 90°F
Lowest temperature 79°F
Sea temperature 87°F
Rainfall 15.2in
Number of days with rainfall 20 day(s)
(63%)
Humidity 86%
Daily sunshine hours 11
Cloud cover 41%
Length of day 12:16
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Bintulu in may


All cities in Malaysia in may

Kuala Lumpur in maytolerable weather
Malacca in maytolerable weather
Penang in maybad weather
Batu Pahat in maytolerable weather
Bintulu in maytolerable weather
George Town in maytolerable weather
Tioman Island in maytolerable weather
Johor Bahru in maytolerable weather
Kota Bharu in maytolerable weather
Kota Kinabalu in maytolerable weather
Kuala Terengganu in maybad weather
Kuching in maygood weather
Langkawi Island in maytolerable weather
Mersing in maytolerable weather
Pangkor island in maybad weather
Sandakan in maytolerable weather
Sibu in maytolerable weather
Tawau in maybad weather
Bako National Park in maygood weather
Bandar Penawar in maytolerable weather
Bario (Kelabits Highlands) in maytolerable weather
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Weather data for Malaysia in may:

Weather data for Malaysia in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Malaysia. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Malaysia can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Malaysia.


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