Langkawi in May: weather, sea & travel advice
Langkawi in May is climatically mixed. Days are around 30 °C (hot), and the sea is about 31 °C. With about 14 rainy days it is wet.
Langkawi · MayPhoto: Bernard Spragg. NZ from Christchurch, New Zealand · CC0Climate facts
- Day
- 30 °C
- Night
- 27 °C
- Sea
- 31 °C
- Rainy days
- 14 rainy days
- Sun
- 6 h/day
- Humidity
- 81 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachGood66/100
City breakLimited59/100
ActiveUnsuitable42/100
FamilyLimited58/100
In favour
- Pleasant daytime temperatures around 30 °C
- Warm, swimmable sea (31 °C)
To consider
- Higher chance of rain (about 14 rainy days)
- High humidity (81 %)
All months at a glance
30J
31F
32M
31A
30M
30J
29J
29A
29S
29O
29N
29D
3J
4F
7M
12A
14M
11J
12J
13A
16S
18O
13N
7D
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Frequently asked questions
How warm is Langkawi in May?
Daytime highs average around 30 °C, with nights around 27 °C.
Can you swim in Langkawi in May?
The sea is about 31 °C (very warm).
Does it rain a lot in Langkawi in May?
On the long-term average, expect about 14 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Langkawi?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.