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Kuwait in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Kuwait in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Kuwait, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Kuwait in May 2024

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Kuwait in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +100°F and approximately 25 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 0 rainy days and 2 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+100°F
Avg. max. temperature
+66°F
Min.
+117°F
Max.
2 mm
Total precipitation
24%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
25 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kuwait has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Kuwait in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kuwait for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +109°F during the day to a minimum of +75°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +97°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 53% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +106°F.

Is Kuwait warm or cold in May?

Kuwait is typically hot in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +100°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +70°F to +79°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Kuwait:

Climate in Kuwait in May

Kuwait weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+88°F+100°F+108°F
Min. temperature
+52°F+66°F+77°F
Max. temperature
+108°F+117°F+122°F
Rainfall
6 mm2 mm0 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s4 m/s
Humidity
35%24%16%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1006 HPa1000 HPa
Sunny days
212530
Cloudy days
860
Rainy days
100
Snowy days
000

May typically has worse weather conditions compared to April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +88°F to +100°F during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 6 mm to 2 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 35% to 24%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 21 to 25.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Kuwait in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Kuwait is gradually increasing during May, going from 5 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last May in Kuwait?

This is the weather in Kuwait in May 2023:
1 May
☀️
+88°F
2 May
🌫️
+92°F
3 May
☀️
+94°F
4 May
☀️
+93°F
5 May
🌫️
+94°F
6 May
🌫️
+92°F
7 May
☀️
+87°F
8 May
☀️
+90°F
9 May
☀️
+91°F
10 May
☀️
+90°F
11 May
☀️
+95°F
12 May
☀️
+97°F
13 May
🌫️
+91°F
14 May
☀️
+96°F
15 May
☀️
+101°F
16 May
☀️
+109°F
17 May
🌫️
+97°F
18 May
☀️
+100°F
19 May
☀️
+103°F
20 May
☀️
+109°F
21 May
☀️
+100°F
22 May
☀️
+104°F
23 May
🌫️
+107°F
24 May
🌫️
+92°F
25 May
☀️
+99°F
26 May
☀️
+100°F
27 May
☀️
+100°F
28 May
☀️
+102°F
29 May
☀️
+103°F
30 May
☀️
+106°F
31 May
☀️
+106°F
In May 2023 Kuwait had 24 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +97°F, with an absolute maximum of +109°F and a minimum of +88°F. The average humidity was 31%, with a maximum of 67% and a minimum of 6%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Kuwait climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Kuwait in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+99°F) and the highest in 2000 (+114°F). The driest year was 2008 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kuwait in May:

Is May a good time to visit Kuwait?

May is a really good time to go to Kuwait. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Kuwait.

Can you sunbathe in Kuwait in May?

Absolutely, May is hot in Kuwait. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Kuwait rainy in May?

Kuwait is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Kuwait in May?

Yes, Kuwait is sunny in May. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Monthly weather in Kuwait

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kuwait, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.