Mandalay in May usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +37°C and roughly 5 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 21 rainy days with an average precipitation of 141 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+37°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+45°C
Max.
141 mm
Total precipitation
64%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Mandalay has OK weather in May.
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Average temperature in Mandalay in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Mandalay for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in May is +38°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +41°C during the day and a minimum of +23°C at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +40°C to +39°C.
Is Mandalay warm or cold in May?
Mandalay is typically hot in May.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +39°C to +37°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +26°C to +27°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 Mandalay, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Mandalay in May
Mandalay weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+39°C
+37°C
+34°C
Min. temperature
+18°C
+22°C
+23°C
Max. temperature
+44°C
+45°C
+41°C
Rainfall
23 mm
141 mm
120 mm
Wind
1 m/s
2 m/s
3 m/s
Humidity
50%
64%
72%
Air pressure
1006 HPa
1004 HPa
1002 HPa
Sunny days
15
5
0
Cloudy days
6
4
4
Rainy days
9
21
25
Snowy days
0
0
0
May typically has worse weather conditions compared to April.It’s getting colder in May. From +39°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +37°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 23 mm to 141 mm.Humidity rises from 50% to 64%.Winds are stronger in comparison to April, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 15 sunny days in April to 5 in May.
Wind speed in Mandalay in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Mandalay is gradually increasing during May, going from 1 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Mandalay based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 42%, leading to total precipitation of around 110 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 37 mm, which is moderate rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 13 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:
Mandalay wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 87% chance of precipitation and 187 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 4% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Mandalay?
This is the weather in Mandalay in May 2024:
1 May
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+40°C
2 May
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+35°C
3 May
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+37°C
4 May
☁️
+38°C
5 May
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+39°C
6 May
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+40°C
7 May
☀️
+41°C
8 May
☁️
+41°C
9 May
☁️
+40°C
10 May
☀️
+40°C
11 May
☁️
+39°C
12 May
☁️
+35°C
13 May
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+28°C
14 May
🌧️
+29°C
15 May
🌧️
+31°C
16 May
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+35°C
17 May
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+36°C
18 May
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+37°C
19 May
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+37°C
20 May
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+39°C
21 May
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+40°C
22 May
☀️
+41°C
23 May
☀️
+40°C
24 May
☀️
+39°C
25 May
☀️
+37°C
26 May
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+38°C
27 May
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+38°C
28 May
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+38°C
29 May
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+39°C
30 May
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+40°C
31 May
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+39°C
In May 2024 Mandalay had 18 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +38°C, with an absolute maximum of +41°C and a minimum of +28°C. The average humidity was 66%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 36%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Mandalay climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Mandalay in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+32°C) and the highest in 2020 (+35°C). The driest year was 1998 with only 558 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2011 with 1367 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Mandalay in May:
Is May a good time to visit Mandalay?
It’s always a good time to visit Mandalay, 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 Mandalay in May?
Absolutely, May is hot in Mandalay. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Mandalay rainy in May?
Mandalay 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 Mandalay in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Mandalay in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Myanmar
Check out the weather for other cities in Myanmar.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Mandalay, 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.
