Malaysia Langkawi Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Langkawi is high
Langkawi Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 32° / 25°
- Rainfall
- 220mm · 13 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Langkawi in May averages a high of 32°C and low of 25°C with 220mm of rain over about 13 days. Hot tropical + monsoon.
May is high for Langkawi.
Korean Golden Week peak. Monsoon transition.
Travel score
Langkawi May Weather Stats
Avg High
32°C
Avg Low
25°C
Rainy Days
13
220mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
high
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
29°C
swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
36°C
Nighttime
27°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Korean Golden Week
Cons
- Korean Golden Week peak
- Monsoon
May Events & Festivals
- Korean Golden Week
Langkawi in May — Full Picture
Korean Golden Week peak. Monsoon transition.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hot tropical + monsoon.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current32.7°C
25°C
11/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
32°C
25°C
13/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
31.3°C
24.3°C
13.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
32°C
24°C
6/mo
Langkawi Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 32° | 24° | 4d·50mm | 9h | 75% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 33° | 24° | 5d·60mm | 9h | 75% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 33° | 25° | 7d·100mm | 9h | 75% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 33° | 25° | 13d·200mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 25° | 13d·220mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 25° | 11d·180mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 25° | 14d·230mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 25° | 14d·230mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 25° | 14d·220mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 14d·220mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 12d·170mm | 8h | 78% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| December (Best) | 31° | 24° | 9d·100mm | 8h | 76% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
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Langkawi May Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Langkawi?
Langkawi in May is high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Langkawi in May?
Langkawi May averages a high of 32°C and a low of 25°C.
Does it rain much in Langkawi in May?
Langkawi May averages 220mm of rainfall over about 13 rainy days.
What should I wear in Langkawi in May?
Hot tropical + monsoon.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Langkawi in May?
Langkawi May sunrise is 06:45 and sunset is 19:25, with 12h 40min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Langkawi in May?
Langkawi May air quality (AQI) averages 35, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Langkawi in May?
In May, Langkawi is great for SkyCab morning, Pantai Cenang, Indoor.
Is May peak season in Langkawi?
Langkawi May crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
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.