May · Kuwait
Best time to visit Kuwait City in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kuwait City in May
Average temperature 31°C, 7 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 39% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.5/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 31°C
- Rainfall
- 7 mm
- Humidity
- 39%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Kuwait City scores 6.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 31°C, 7 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kuwait City faces the Gulf with the Kuwait Towers, a grand mosque, a lively old souq and a long corniche.
May in Kuwait City: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Days in May average 31°C (87°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
At just 7 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.5 hours of daylight.
That is 6.5/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 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 Kuwait City — 3.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kuwait City in May?
- In May, Kuwait City averages 31°C, 7 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Kuwait City?
- May earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kuwait City in May?
- Expect about 7 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 39% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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