Normal weather for Leh in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Leh with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 7°C.
In May, there is an average of 54 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 3,1 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Leh in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
21°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
24°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
17°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
54 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
10 days | 8 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
3,1 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Leh with mild temperatures, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights close to 3°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 22°C, with nights close to 6°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Leh will be around 23°C, with nights close to 6°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. A T-shirt, light trousers or skirt, and a light jacket are perfect for daytime. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Leh?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Leh. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
The hurricane season in Leh runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Leh in May
With 47°C, Leh hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -8°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -22°C to a high of 31°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Leh
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Leh, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Leh
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Leh, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 10 days of rain in Leh.
Daily Snowfall in May in Leh
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Leh, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV Index in May in Leh
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Leh, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Leh Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Leh, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Leh Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Leh, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Leh per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Leh, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in May for Leh
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Average Weather in Leh by Month
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