Langkawi Weather in May 2026: what to expect (4.4/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in May

May falls in the wet season in Langkawi. Showers are often brief but intense. With 90.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.

May ranks 11 out of 12 months in Langkawi. Compared to April: 6 pts more rainy days, −0.7h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in May

UV index

8 · very high

protection essential

Feels like

oppressive heat

25°

Sea

31°C

warm, ideal

Daylight

12.3h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 34

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Is May the right month?

The best month in Langkawi is January (5.4/10), 1.0 pt higher than May.

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Context

Our verdict

Langkawi, archipelago of 99 tropical islands in north-western Malaysia in the Andaman Sea: 95,000 inhabitants on the main island (Pulau Langkawi). Duty-free status since 1987 (alcohol, cigarettes, perfumes, electronics = very cheap compared to the rest of Malaysia).

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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 monthFebruary · 90°F

❄️Coolest monthJune · 84°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 91%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep

🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar

🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)

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Location

Where is Langkawi ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

Malaysia

Equatorial tropical climate with a 5.4 → 4.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

6.35°N · 99.73°E

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Langkawi?

January is the best month with 86°F highs, 75°F lows, 7.5h of sunshine and 40.0% rainy days.

How many hours of sunshine does Langkawi get in January?

Langkawi averages 7.5 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 5.1/10.

What is the rainiest month in Langkawi?

May is the most unfavourable month with May has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Langkawi in January?

In January, overnight lows reach 75°F, while afternoon highs average 86°F.

Is Langkawi good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Langkawi scores 5.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 5.1/10.

When should you avoid Langkawi?

May is the most difficult month to visit Langkawi, with May has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Can you swim in Langkawi in May?

In May, the sea averages 88°F in Langkawi: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Do you need sun protection in Langkawi in May?

The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Langkawi (very high), with about 12.3h of daylight. Protection essential.