May Weather in Dhaka

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Dhaka, India, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 30°C (86°F). Highs can soar to 40°C (104°F), while lows may dip to 22°C (71°F). Typically, the humidity level in Dhaka throughout May hovers around 46%.

22°C (71°F)

Minimum temperature

30°C (86°F)

Average temperature

40°C (104°F)

Maximum temperature

46%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Dhaka averages 169 mm (6.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 27 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 19 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 44% probability of sunny days during this period.

169 mm (6.7 inches)

Precipitation

16 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 19 minutes

Sunshine hours

44%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Dhaka reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 3 5 7 9 10 9 7 5 3 1 1 0 0
Exposure Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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