The month in detail
What to expect in May
May is peak dry season in Mumbai. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain risk remains low (11% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (9.2/10) is significantly better if possible.
May ranks 8 out of 12 months in Mumbai. Compared to April: 10 pts more rainy days, −0.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
oppressive heat
24°
Sea
32°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.9h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 63
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Mumbai is January (9.2/10), 3.7 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · India
🗣️LanguageHindi
💶CurrencyIndian Rupee (₹)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+0.85°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthApril · 33°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 93%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Mumbai ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
IndiaTropical climate with a 9.2 → 4.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
19.08°N · 72.88°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Mumbai?
January is the best month with 30.0°C highs, 19.0°C lows, 9.1h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of January & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Mumbai get in January?
Mumbai averages 9.1 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Mumbai?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Mumbai in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 19.0°C, while afternoon highs average 30.0°C.
Is Mumbai good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Mumbai scores 8.0/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 9.0/10.
When should you avoid Mumbai?
August is the most difficult month to visit Mumbai, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Mumbai in May?
In May, the sea averages 32°C in Mumbai: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Mumbai in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Mumbai (high), with about 12.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.