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Weather in Malaysia for May 2026

Your guide to Malaysia weather in May - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • Until now, May 2026 in Malaysia is slightly cooler than the historical average by -0.8 °C.

  • The forecast for the next days in Malaysia predicts temperatures to be around 32 °C, close to the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Malaysia at the beginning of May is 31.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 32.6 °C by the end of May.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Malaysia experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 215.5 mm.

Average dry days
0
Dry days
Average rainy days
31
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
31°/23°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
8 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
81 %
Avg humidity

Malaysia Weather May

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April
June
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Moderate or heavy rain shower
32°
2
Moderate or heavy rain shower
32°
3
Moderate or heavy rain shower
31°
4
Moderate or heavy rain shower
31°
5
Moderate or heavy rain shower
31°
6
Moderate or heavy rain shower
31°
7
Heavy rain at times
31°
8
Moderate or heavy rain shower
31°
9
Moderate or heavy rain shower
32°
10
Patchy rain possible
32°
11
Moderate or heavy rain shower
31°
12
Light rain shower
31°
13
Patchy rain possible
32°
14
Patchy rain possible
32°
15
Moderate or heavy rain shower
32°
16
Moderate or heavy rain shower
30°
17
Patchy rain possible
31°
18
Patchy rain possible
32°
19
Patchy rain possible
33°
20
Sunny
32°
21
Moderate rain
32°
22
Moderate rain
32°
23
Moderate rain
31°
24
Patchy rain possible
28°
25
Patchy rain possible
32°
26
Partly cloudy
32°
27
Patchy rain possible
33°
28
Patchy rain possible
33°
29
Patchy rain possible
32°
30
Sunny
33°
31
Sunny
33°

What’s the Weather Like in Malaysia This May?

Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across Malaysia’s cities this May.
Patchy rain possibleKuala Lumpur31 °C / 23 °CPatchy rain possibleJohor Bahru31 °C / 25 °CPatchy rain possiblePulau Pinang29 °C / 26 °CPatchy rain possibleIpoh30 °C / 23 °CPatchy rain possibleKota Kinabalu29 °C / 25 °CPatchy rain possibleKuala Terengganu30 °C / 25 °CPatchy rain possibleKuantan31 °C / 25 °CPatchy rain possibleMalacca29 °C / 25 °CPatchy rain possibleShah Alam31 °C / 24 °CPatchy rain possibleKota Bharu31 °C / 25 °CPatchy rain possibleAlor Setar30 °C / 25 °CPatchy rain possiblePetaling Jaya31 °C / 24 °CMore Locations

Temperatures trend during May in Malaysia

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

May weather in Malaysia day by day

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April June
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 32° /22° 8.4 mm 7
2 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 32° /22° 18.3 mm 8
3 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 31° /22° 13.7 mm 7
4 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 31° /22° 12.3 mm 7
5 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 31° /22° 11.3 mm 7
6 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 31° /22° 7.5 mm 7
7 May Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 31° /22° 9.6 mm 8
8 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 31° /22° 10.1 mm 7
9 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 32° /22° 6.3 mm 7
10 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 32° /22° 5.5 mm 7
11 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 31° /23° 7.6 mm 7
12 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 31° /22° 8 mm 7
13 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 32° /22° 6.8 mm 7
14 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 32° /22° 5.8 mm 7
15 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 32° /23° 5.5 mm 7
16 May Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 30° /23° 9.1 mm 6
17 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /22° 4.8 mm 7
18 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 32° /23° 6.4 mm 7
19 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 33° /23° 2.3 mm 12
20 May Sunny
Sunny
 32° /24° 0 mm 5.6
21 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 32° /24° 10.6 mm 6.6
22 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 32° /23° 11.5 mm 6
23 May Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 31° /23° 8.2 mm 6
24 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 28° /23° 0.8 mm 5
25 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 32° /24° 1.5 mm 6
26 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 32° /23° 0 mm 7
27 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 33° /24° 1.2 mm 6
28 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 33° /23° 0.5 mm 6
29 May Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 32° /24° 0.6 mm 6
30 May Sunny
Sunny
 33° /23° 0 mm 7
31 May Sunny
Sunny
 33° /24° 0 mm 7
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Malaysia in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Malaysia forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Malaysia in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Malaysia during May?

During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 31° and lows near 23°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Malaysia during May?

Significant rainfall exceeding 215.5 mm is expected in Malaysia during May, occurring over more than 31 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

What are the typical wind conditions in Malaysia during May?

The average wind speed in Malaysia during May is 8 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Malaysia water temperatures in May

The average water temperature of the South China Sea near Malaysia in May is 30.2 °C. At the beginning of May temperatures are around 30.4 °C; by the end of the month they get cooler and reach 28.8 °C.

What is the water temperature in Malaysia in May?
The average water temperature in Malaysia in May is 30.2 °C.
Can you swim in Malaysia in May?
The sea feels almost bath-like – perfect for floating, paddle-boarding or spending hours snorkeling without a wetsuit.

May rainfall patterns in Malaysia

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Malaysias May weather 💧
Typically, Malaysia has 31 rainy days in May with a total of 215.5 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Malaysia during May

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of May ☀️
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