May · Malaysia
Best time to visit Kuching in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kuching in May
Average temperature 28°C, 294 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
3.2/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 294 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Kuching scores 3.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 294 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kuching is Sarawak's riverside capital-cat statues, pepper history, and gateway days to Bako and orangutan centres. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
May in Kuching: expect compromises
Days in May average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 85% — 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 294 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 3.2/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 3.7/10 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.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kuching in May?
- In May, Kuching averages 28°C, 294 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.2/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Kuching?
- May earns a 3.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kuching in May?
- Expect about 294 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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