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Singapore in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Singapore in May 2024

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Singapore in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +88°F during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 153 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • May is usually the hottest month of the year in Singapore;

Average weather

☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
153 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Singapore has OK weather in May.

Average temperature in Singapore in May

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

The temperature in May is +90°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +93°F during the day and a minimum of +75°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +91°F.

Is Singapore warm or cold in May?

Singapore is typically hot in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +88°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 the hottest month in Singapore, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Singapore in May

Singapore weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+88°F+88°F+86°F
Min. temperature
+73°F+73°F+72°F
Max. temperature
+95°F+95°F+95°F
Rainfall
131 mm153 mm140 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
81%80%78%
Air pressure
1007 HPa1007 HPa1007 HPa
Sunny days
000
Cloudy days
131314
Rainy days
171816
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as ok as in April. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +88°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 131 mm to 153 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 81% to 80%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

June brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Singapore is gradually decreasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Singapore based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 81% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 183 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 25 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
May is one of the rainiest months in Singapore, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Singapore wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 201 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 66 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Singapore?

This is the weather in Singapore in May 2023:
1 May
☁️
+90°F
2 May
🌧️
+87°F
3 May
☁️
+89°F
4 May
🌧️
+88°F
5 May
☁️
+89°F
6 May
🌧️
+91°F
7 May
🌧️
+88°F
8 May
🌧️
+86°F
9 May
☁️
+91°F
10 May
🌧️
+92°F
11 May
☁️
+86°F
12 May
☁️
+92°F
13 May
☁️
+93°F
14 May
☁️
+91°F
15 May
☁️
+91°F
16 May
☁️
+88°F
17 May
☁️
+91°F
18 May
☁️
+91°F
19 May
🌧️
+89°F
20 May
☁️
+89°F
21 May
☁️
+91°F
22 May
☁️
+90°F
23 May
☁️
+91°F
24 May
☁️
+93°F
25 May
☁️
+91°F
26 May
☁️
+90°F
27 May
☁️
+92°F
28 May
☁️
+89°F
29 May
☁️
+93°F
30 May
☁️
+94°F
31 May
☁️
+91°F
In May 2023 Singapore had 0 sunny days, 24 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +86°F. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+87°F) and the highest in 2016 (+94°F). The driest year was 1979 with only 52 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 327 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Singapore in May:

Is May a good time to visit Singapore?

It’s always a good time to visit Singapore, 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 Singapore in May?

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

Is Singapore rainy in May?

Singapore 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 Singapore in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Singapore in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in Singapore

Source of the data

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