May may not be the ideal time to visit Yangon, 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 flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+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: Yangon has uncomfortable weather in May.
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Average temperature in Yangon in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Yangon 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 Yangon warm or cold in May?
Yangon 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 Yangon, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Yangon in May
Yangon weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
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 mm
249 mm
452 mm
Wind
2 m/s
1 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
66%
77%
87%
Air pressure
1007 HPa
1006 HPa
1005 HPa
Sunny days
14
2
0
Cloudy days
6
2
0
Rainy days
9
23
28
Snowy days
0
0
0
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 speed in Yangon 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 Yangon 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 Yangon 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:
Yangon 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 Yangon?
This is the weather in Yangon in May 2024:
1 May
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+100°F
2 May
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+102°F
3 May
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+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 Yangon 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.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Yangon climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Yangon 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 Yangon in May:
Is May a good time to visit Yangon?
There is never a bad time to go to Yangon, but the weather isn’t the best in May, so plan on enjoying the great indoor attractions of Yangon and pack for the extremes in weather.
Can you sunbathe in Yangon in May?
Absolutely, May is hot in Yangon. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Yangon rainy in May?
Yangon 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 Yangon in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Yangon 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.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Yangon, 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.
