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Langkawi weather in May
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
26°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
90% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (7.7/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Langkawi in May?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Langkawi in May is possible but January offers a score of 7.7/10 vs 6.6.
By trip type
Langkawi in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Water at 27°C and lively beaches — May is peak swimming season in Langkawi Spring marks the start of the good season in Langkawi. Temperatures rise (30°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 90% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (7.7/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 24°C | 30°C | 40% | 2.5 | 11.0h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 25°C | 32°C | 31% | 1.8 | 11.0h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 25°C | 32°C | 49% | 3.2 | 11.1h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ April | 26°C | 30°C | 84% | 7.4 | 10.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 26°C | 30°C | 90% | 11.7 | 9.8h | 6.6/10 |
| ⛅ June | 26°C | 29°C | 78% | 7.7 | 10.3h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ July | 26°C | 29°C | 77% | 7.7 | 10.3h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ August | 25°C | 29°C | 84% | 9.6 | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 25°C | 29°C | 85% | 11.0 | 9.5h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 25°C | 29°C | 88% | 11.2 | 9.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 24°C | 29°C | 91% | 10.8 | 9.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 25°C | 29°C | 55% | 4.8 | 10.3h | 7.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Langkawi averages 30°C, 90% rainy days and 9.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.6/10.
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Comparison
May vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 7.7/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -50%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.2h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Langkawi in May
Is May a good time to visit Langkawi?
May is an acceptable time for Langkawi (score 6.6/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider January (7.7/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Langkawi in May?
Yes, 90% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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