May · Bahrain
Best time to visit Manama in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Manama in May
Average temperature 30°C, 6 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 59% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.6/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 30°C
- Rainfall
- 6 mm
- Humidity
- 59%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Manama scores 6.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 30°C, 6 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Manama blends a covered souq, the national museum and pearling heritage, all on a small island in the Gulf.
May in Manama — workable with trade-offs
Days in May average 30°C (85°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
At just 6 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.3 hours of daylight.
That is 6.6/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Manama — 3.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Manama in May?
- In May, Manama averages 30°C, 6 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.6/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Manama?
- May earns a 6.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Manama in May?
- Expect about 6 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 59% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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