If you plan to visit Kota Bharu in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +31°C during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 180 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+24°C
Min.
+35°C
Max.
180 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kota Bharu has OK weather in May.
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Average temperature in Kota Bharu in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kota Bharu for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +35°C during the day to a minimum of +25°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +33°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +34°C to +33°C.
Is Kota Bharu warm or cold in May?
Kota Bharu is typically hot in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +30°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +26°C to +26°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
May is one of the warmest months in Kota Bharu, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Kota Bharu in May
Kota Bharu weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+30°C
+31°C
+31°C
Min. temperature
+24°C
+24°C
+23°C
Max. temperature
+36°C
+35°C
+34°C
Rainfall
119 mm
180 mm
171 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
81%
82%
82%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1008 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
0
Cloudy days
3
1
1
Rainy days
19
18
19
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +30°C to +31°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 119 mm to 180 mm.Humidity rises from 81% to 82%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.
Wind speed in Kota Bharu in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Kota Bharu is gradually decreasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Kota Bharu based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 87% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 154 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 30 mm, which is moderate rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 27 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Kota Bharu wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 90% chance of precipitation and 406 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 75% chance of precipitation and 88 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Kota Bharu?
This is the weather in Kota Bharu in May 2024:
1 May
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+34°C
2 May
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+29°C
3 May
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+33°C
4 May
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+34°C
5 May
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+33°C
6 May
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+34°C
7 May
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+34°C
8 May
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+34°C
9 May
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+35°C
10 May
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+33°C
11 May
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+33°C
12 May
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+34°C
13 May
☀️
+34°C
14 May
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+35°C
15 May
🌧️
+33°C
16 May
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+33°C
17 May
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+33°C
18 May
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+33°C
19 May
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+33°C
20 May
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+34°C
21 May
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+33°C
22 May
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+32°C
23 May
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+34°C
24 May
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+34°C
25 May
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+33°C
26 May
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+32°C
27 May
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+33°C
28 May
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+33°C
29 May
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+34°C
30 May
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+33°C
31 May
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+33°C
In May 2024 Kota Bharu had 27 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +33°C, with an absolute maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +29°C. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Kota Bharu climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Kota Bharu in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+28°C) and the highest in 2019 (+31°C). The driest year was 2002 with only 1735 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3702 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kota Bharu in May:
Is May a good time to visit Kota Bharu?
It’s always a good time to visit Kota Bharu, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Kota Bharu in May?
Absolutely, May is hot in Kota Bharu. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Kota Bharu rainy in May?
Kota Bharu is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Kota Bharu in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kota Bharu in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Malaysia
Check out the weather for other cities in Malaysia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kota Bharu, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
