Malaysia Kuala Lumpur Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Kuala Lumpur is high
Kuala Lumpur Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 33° / 24°
- Rainfall
- 170mm · 11 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Kuala Lumpur in May averages a high of 33°C and low of 24°C with 170mm of rain over about 11 days. Hot tropical.
May is high for Kuala Lumpur.
Korean Golden Week + drier season starts. Hotels surge.
Travel score
Kuala Lumpur May Weather Stats
Avg High
33°C
Avg Low
24°C
Rainy Days
11
170mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
78%
high
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 20
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
37°C
Nighttime
26°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 20 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Drier season starts
- Korean Golden Week
Cons
- Korean Golden Week peak
May Events & Festivals
- Korean Golden Week
- Wesak Day
Kuala Lumpur in May — Full Picture
Korean Golden Week + drier season starts. Hotels surge.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hot tropical.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current33°C
24°C
12.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
33°C
24°C
9/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
32.7°C
24°C
13/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
32.3°C
23°C
10/mo
Kuala Lumpur Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32° | 23° | 10d·170mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 23° | 8d·150mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 24° | 12d·220mm | 7h | 78% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 33° | 24° | 14d·280mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 33° | 24° | 11d·170mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| June (Best) | 33° | 24° | 9d·130mm | 8h | 76% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| July (Best) | 33° | 24° | 9d·130mm | 8h | 76% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 33° | 24° | 9d·140mm | 8h | 76% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 33° | 24° | 12d·200mm | 7h | 78% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 33° | 24° | 13d·260mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 24° | 14d·280mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 23° | 12d·220mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
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Kuala Lumpur May Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur in May is high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Kuala Lumpur in May?
Kuala Lumpur May averages a high of 33°C and a low of 24°C.
Does it rain much in Kuala Lumpur in May?
Kuala Lumpur May averages 170mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Kuala Lumpur in May?
Hot tropical.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Kuala Lumpur in May?
Kuala Lumpur May sunrise is 06:50 and sunset is 19:25, with 12h 35min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Kuala Lumpur in May?
Kuala Lumpur May air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Kuala Lumpur in May?
In May, Kuala Lumpur is great for Petronas Twin Towers, Batu Caves, Genting Highlands.
Is May peak season in Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur May crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.