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Rangoon in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Rangoon in May and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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May

Weather in Rangoon in May 2026

Uncomfortable Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
May may not be the ideal time to visit Rangoon, as the weather can be not ideal. The daily average high temperature does not get higher than +95°F, and there are only about 2 sunny days in the month. Typically there are also 23 rainy days, a total monthly rainfall of approximately 249 mm. Pack for extremes to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+95°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+111°F
Max.
249 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Rangoon has uncomfortable weather in May.

Average temperature in Rangoon in May

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

The expected average maximum temperature in May is +97°F with a maximum of +106°F and a minimum of +79°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +100°F to +90°F.

Is Rangoon warm or cold in May?

Rangoon is typically hot in May.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +100°F to +95°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +79°F.

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 Rangoon, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Rangoon in May

Rangoon weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+100°F+95°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+72°F+73°F+73°F
Max. temperature
+108°F+111°F+99°F
Rainfall
34 mm249 mm452 mm
Wind
2 m/s1 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
66%77%87%
Air pressure
1007 HPa1006 HPa1005 HPa
Sunny days
1420
Cloudy days
620
Rainy days
92328
Snowy days
000

May typically has worse weather conditions compared to April. It’s getting colder in May. From +100°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +95°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 34 mm to 249 mm. Humidity rises from 66% to 77%. Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 14 sunny days in April to 2 in May.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in June as the weather gets better.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Rangoon is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Rangoon based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 107 mm, with a 71% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 16 mm, which is considered light 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.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Rangoon wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 97% chance of precipitation and 482 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 4% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Rangoon?

This is the weather in Rangoon in May 2024:
1 May
☀️
+100°F
2 May
☁️
+102°F
3 May
☀️
+101°F
4 May
☁️
+105°F
5 May
☀️
+105°F
6 May
☀️
+105°F
7 May
☀️
+105°F
8 May
☁️
+104°F
9 May
☁️
+101°F
10 May
☁️
+97°F
11 May
🌧️
+91°F
12 May
🌧️
+89°F
13 May
🌧️
+90°F
14 May
🌧️
+91°F
15 May
🌧️
+92°F
16 May
🌧️
+92°F
17 May
☁️
+97°F
18 May
☀️
+97°F
19 May
☁️
+97°F
20 May
☁️
+98°F
21 May
☁️
+99°F
22 May
☁️
+99°F
23 May
☁️
+100°F
24 May
☁️
+99°F
25 May
☁️
+97°F
26 May
☁️
+97°F
27 May
☁️
+97°F
28 May
☁️
+99°F
29 May
☁️
+92°F
30 May
🌧️
+90°F
31 May
☁️
+90°F
In May 2024 Rangoon had 6 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +97°F, with an absolute maximum of +106°F and a minimum of +90°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+90°F) and the highest in 1998 (+93°F). The driest year was 1998 with only 1657 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2008 with 2940 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rangoon in May:

Is May a good time to visit Rangoon?

There is never a bad time to go to Rangoon, but the weather isn’t the best in May, so plan on enjoying the great indoor attractions of Rangoon and pack for the extremes in weather.

Can you sunbathe in Rangoon in May?

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

Is Rangoon rainy in May?

Rangoon 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 Rangoon in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Rangoon 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.

Monthly weather in Rangoon

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Rangoon, 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.