May · Malaysia
Best time to visit Kuala Lumpur in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
4.1/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 208 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Sunny days
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Kuala Lumpur scores 4.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 208 mm of rain, and roughly 21 sunny days this month.
Twin Towers skyline, hawker courts, and rainforest parks feel best January through March.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kuala Lumpur in May?
- In May, Kuala Lumpur averages 27°C, 208 mm of rain, and about 21 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 4.1/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
- May earns a 4.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kuala Lumpur in May?
- Expect about 208 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 21 sunny days.
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