If you plan to visit Male in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +84°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 23 rainy days in the month and around 220 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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May is usually the hottest month of the year in Male;
Average weather
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+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+77°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
220 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Male has OK weather in May.
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Average temperature in Male in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Male for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +84°F during the day to a minimum of +79°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +84°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +82°F.
Is Male warm or cold in May?
Male is typically warm in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +84°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +81°F to +81°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
May is the hottest month in Male, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Male in May
Water in Male in May is Very warm. It varies from +83°F to +88°F, with an average of +85°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +84°F.
The water temperature in May is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Male are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +86°F. The coldest water temperatures are in December, with an average of +83°F.
Can you swim in Male in May?
You can definitely swim in Male in May, the water is very warm (+85°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Male in May
Male weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+84°F
+84°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+77°F
+77°F
+77°F
Max. temperature
+88°F
+88°F
+86°F
Rainfall
106 mm
220 mm
132 mm
Wind
3 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+86°F
+85°F
+85°F
Humidity
78%
81%
80%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1008 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
3
1
0
Cloudy days
5
2
6
Rainy days
17
23
21
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +84°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 106 mm to 220 mm.Humidity rises from 78% to 81%.Winds are stronger in comparison to April, going up from 3 m/s to 5 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in April to 1 in May.
Wind speed in Male 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 Male is gradually increasing during May, going from 6 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Male based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 71% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 217 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 22 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
May is one of the rainiest months in Male, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Male wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 74% chance of precipitation and 220 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 38% chance of precipitation and 38 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Male?
This is the weather in Male in May 2023:
1 May
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+85°F
2 May
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+84°F
3 May
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+85°F
4 May
🌧️
+83°F
5 May
☁️
+85°F
6 May
🌧️
+84°F
7 May
☁️
+85°F
8 May
☀️
+85°F
9 May
☁️
+84°F
10 May
🌧️
+82°F
11 May
🌧️
+82°F
12 May
🌧️
+83°F
13 May
🌧️
+83°F
14 May
🌧️
+83°F
15 May
🌧️
+84°F
16 May
☁️
+84°F
17 May
☁️
+85°F
18 May
☀️
+84°F
19 May
☁️
+84°F
20 May
☀️
+84°F
21 May
🌧️
+82°F
22 May
☀️
+83°F
23 May
☀️
+84°F
24 May
☀️
+84°F
25 May
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+84°F
26 May
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+84°F
27 May
☁️
+84°F
28 May
🌧️
+84°F
29 May
🌧️
+82°F
30 May
🌧️
+84°F
31 May
🌧️
+82°F
In May 2023 Male had 8 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 14 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 71%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Male climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Male in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+81°F) and the highest in 2020 (+84°F). The driest year was 2021 with only 1180 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1979 with 2300 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Male in May:
Is May a good time to visit Male?
It’s always a good time to visit Male, 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 Male in May?
May is warm in Male. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Male in May?
Yes, you can swim in Male in May, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +85°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Male rainy in May?
Male 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 Male in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Male in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Male, 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.
