May · Bangladesh
Best time to visit Dhaka in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dhaka in May
Average temperature 30°C, 405 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
2.7/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 30°C
- Rainfall
- 405 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Dhaka scores 2.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 30°C, 405 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Dhaka's rickshaws, Mughal mosques and riverfront make it one of South Asia's busiest capitals.
May in Dhaka — off-season conditions
Days in May average 30°C (85°F) and humidity near 75% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 405 mm, but with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 2.7/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Dhaka — 6.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dhaka in May?
- In May, Dhaka averages 30°C, 405 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 2.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Dhaka?
- May earns a 2.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Dhaka in May?
- Expect about 405 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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