Langkawi weather in May
May is still a good time to visit Langkawi even though it’s the hot, wet season.
Even in the rainy season you can expect hot sunny days, with around eight hours of sunshine daily interspersed by brief and cooling tropical downpours that generally occur during the late afternoon and evening.
How hot is it in Langkawi in May?
May is one of the hottest months of the year in Langkawi when temperatures reach an average high of 31°C (88°F), with high heat and humidity, falling to a night-time low of 25°C (77°F).
What does the humidity feel like in Langkawi in May?
The average dew point temperature in Langkawi in May is 26°C (79°F), which can feel excessively humid and uncomfortable.
There are on average 31 days in May that can feel muggy.
How sunny is it in Langkawi in May?
There are normally seven hours of bright sunshine each day in Langkawi in May – that's around 52% of daylight hours.
Sunrise & sunset in May?
Sunrise is around 7:05am with sunset around 7:30pm.
How warm is the sea around Langkawi in May?
The average sea temperature in Langkawi in May is 30°C (86°F).
Does it rain in Langkawi in May?
There are usually 19 days with some rain in Langkawi in May; the average monthly rainfall is 205 mm (8 in).
How windy is it in Langkawi in May?
May sees an average hourly wind speed of 10 kilometres per hour (6 mph; 5 knots).
What to do in Langkawi in May?
Weather conditions in May are still good for sunbathing, swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving.
It’s also a good time for island hopping, exploring the Pulau Payar Marine Park by boat, as well as hiking through lush rainforest to scenic waterfalls en route to Gunung Raya Mountain.
Or, enjoying some duty-free shopping in the main town of Kuah.
Local holidays?
Labor Day – 1st May; Hari Raya Puasa – 3rd - 4th May; Wesak Day – 15th May.
Book early, as Langkawi is popular during the local high-season school holiday period from mid-May to June.
Langkawi – May weather
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High Temp: 31°C (88°F) |
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Low Temp: 25°C (77°F) |
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Sunshine: 7 hours per day |
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Daylight: 12 hours per day |
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Wind speed: 10 km/h (6 mph; 5 knots) |
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Wet Days: 19 days with some rain |
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Rainfall: 205 mm (8 in) per month |
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Comfort Level: High heat; ≤ 31 muggy days |
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UV Index: Extreme |
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Sea Temp: 30°C (86°F) |
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Best time to visit Langkawi
The best time to visit Langkawi is between December and March. However, anytime is good to visit this beautiful tropical island.
Langkawi is blessed with a sunny, hot and humid climate with an average high of 32°C (90°F) and a low of 25°C (77°F) throughout the year.
Langkawi weather by month
Source: Meteorological data for Langkawi Island is based on weather statistics gathered for the period 2012 to 2021 by the Malaysian Meteorological Department at the closest weather station: Langkawi International Airport (LGK), which is located on the west coast of Langkawi Island around 15km (9mi) from Kuah.
Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices. Dew point temperature measures moisture content in the atmosphere: a higher dew point feels more humid, while a lower dew point feels drier.
Latest update: Langkawi weather in May: 12 June, 2024
Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided as is, without any assurances as to its accuracy or suitability for any purpose. Weather data and conditions at any given location and time are unpredictable and variable. We assume no responsibility and can not be held legally responsible for any decisions made on the basis of the information presented on this site.
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