Normal weather for Singapore in May
It's hot in May in Singapore with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 27°C.
In May, there is an average of 169 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Singapore in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
33°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
34°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
32°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
169 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
18 days | 8 days | |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Singapore with hot temperatures, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights close to 27°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature drops to around 33°C, with nights close to 27°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Singapore will be around 33°C, with nights close to 27°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 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 Singapore?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Singapore. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Singapore in May
With 36°C, Singapore hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 23°C to a high of 29°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Singapore
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Singapore, 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 Singapore
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Singapore, 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 18 days of rain in Singapore.
Daily UV Index in May in Singapore
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Singapore, 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 Singapore Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Singapore, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Singapore Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Singapore, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Singapore
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Average Weather in Singapore by Month
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