The month in detail
What to expect in May
May falls in the wet season in Ipoh. Showers are often brief but intense. With 85.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
May ranks 10 out of 12 months in Ipoh. Compared to April: 7 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
oppressive heat
24°
Daylight
12.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Ipoh is February (4.9/10), 0.5 pt higher than May.
Context
Our verdict
Ipoh, capital of Perak state in north-western peninsular Malaysia : 660,000 inhabitants in urban area, 3rd largest Malaysian city after Kuala Lumpur and George Town Penang.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
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 · Malaysia
🗣️LanguageMalay
💶CurrencyMalaysian Ringgit (RM)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMarch · 88°F
❄️Coolest monthNovember · 84°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 97%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Ipoh ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MalaysiaEquatorial tropical climate with a 4.9 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
4.60°N · 101.07°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ipoh?
February is the best month with 86°F highs, 72°F lows, 6.6h of sunshine and 65.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Ipoh get in February?
Ipoh averages 6.6 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 4.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Ipoh?
April is the most unfavourable month with April has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Ipoh in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 72°F, while afternoon highs average 86°F.
Is Ipoh good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Ipoh scores 4.4/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 4.6/10.
When should you avoid Ipoh?
April is the most difficult month to visit Ipoh, with April has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Ipoh in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Ipoh (high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.