George Town Weather in May
Malaysia · May climate averages and travel tips
Avg high30°C (87°F)
Avg low26°C (78°F)
Rainfall236 mm (9.3 in)
RatingPoor 1.6/10
Expect hot days in George Town in May: the average high is 30°C (87°F) and the average low is 26°C (78°F). The month is very wet, with about 236 mm (9.3 in) of rain spread over 28 days. Humidity averages 84%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12.2 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is May a good time to visit George Town?
May is not the best time to visit George Town (1.6/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in February.
May weather at a glance
| Average high | 30°C (87°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 26°C (78°F) |
| Daily mean | 28°C (82°F) |
| Rainfall | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 28 |
| Humidity | 84% |
| Cloud cover | 89% |
| Daylight | 12.2 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 1.5 hours/day |
| Wind | 3.6 km/h |
| vs April | 1°C cooler than April, with 49 mm more rain. |
What to pack for George Town in May
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
George Town weather in other months
Jan30°C / 23°C120 mmPoorFeb31°C / 23°C80 mmFairMar31°C / 24°C133 mmPoorApr31°C / 25°C187 mmPoorMay30°C / 26°C236 mmPoorJun30°C / 25°C160 mmPoorJul30°C / 25°C179 mmPoorAug30°C / 25°C207 mmPoorSep30°C / 25°C254 mmPoorOct30°C / 25°C287 mmPoorNov30°C / 24°C362 mmPoorDec29°C / 24°C251 mmPoor
← AprilBest time to visit George TownJune →
Better weather in May nearby
- Istanbul21°C · 38 mm · Excellent
- Izmir25°C · 27 mm · Excellent
- Antalya27°C · 44 mm · Excellent
- Bodrum24°C · 24 mm · Excellent
- Wuzhong27°C · 20 mm · Excellent
- Taiyuan27°C · 42 mm · Excellent
Nearby in May
- Medan30°C · 182 mm
- Kuala Lumpur31°C · 195 mm
- Krabi30°C · 252 mm
- Phuket29°C · 282 mm
- Malacca31°C · 193 mm
- Ko Samui30°C · 181 mm
Where else is good in May? See where to go in May.