Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (91°F), while lows may dip to 22°C (72°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kuala Lumpur throughout May hovers around 85%.
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In May, Kuala Lumpur averages 329 mm (12.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 29 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 14 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 34 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 13% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Kuala Lumpur reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||