Verdict: Fair month
Kuala Lumpur Weather in May
May runs warm in Kuala Lumpur, with daily highs around 31°C (88°F) and nights near 25°C (77°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 26 days, so build flexibility into plans. May is workable in Kuala Lumpur if your dates are fixed — just plan around the conditions.
Average high
31°C / 88°F
Average low
25°C / 77°F
Rain days
~26
Precipitation
271 mm
What to pack for Kuala Lumpur in May
- Light, breathable clothing — linen and technical fabrics earn their keep
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 26 days
- Quick-dry shoes — downpours are short but heavy
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Kuala Lumpur: Feb (32°C / 90°F) · Coolest: Jan (30°C / 86°F) · Wettest: Nov (~29 rain days)
30°
23°
Jan
32°
24°
Feb
32°
24°
Mar
31°
24°
Apr
31°
25°
May
31°
24°
Jun
31°
24°
Jul
31°
24°
Aug
31°
24°
Sep
31°
24°
Oct
30°
24°
Nov
30°
24°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)