May · India
Best time to visit Kolkata in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
3.5/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 32°C
- Rainfall
- 179 mm
- Humidity
- 66%
- Sunny days
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Kolkata scores 3.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 32°C, 179 mm of rain, and roughly 24 sunny days this month.
Kolkata rewards city wandering in India most clearly through the drier months outside peak monsoon.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kolkata in May?
- In May, Kolkata averages 32°C, 179 mm of rain, and about 24 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 3.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Kolkata?
- May earns a 3.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kolkata in May?
- Expect about 179 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 66% and there are about 24 sunny days.
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