Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Kuching, Malaysia, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (81°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (94°F), while lows may dip to 23°C (74°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kuching throughout May hovers around 87%.
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In May, Kuching averages 253 mm (10.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 26 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 10 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 27 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 15% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Kuching reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, 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 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||