Bengaluru in May
5.9out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 32°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
32°CAvg high
22°CAvg low
16Rainy days (124 mm)
12:36 hDaylight
05:58Sunrise · 18:34 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 32°C
- Very wet: about 16 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.5 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±5.5 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C | 16°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| February | 30°C | 18°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.7 |
| March | 33°C | 20°C | 15 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.8 |
| April | 33°C | 22°C | 44 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.9 |
| May | 32°C | 22°C | 124 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.9 |
| June | 29°C | 21°C | 120 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.4 |
| July | 27°C | 21°C | 128 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 27°C | 20°C | 122 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.4 |
| September | 28°C | 20°C | 121 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
| October | 27°C | 20°C | 139 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.6 |
| November | 27°C | 18°C | 61 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| December | 26°C | 16°C | 22 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Bengaluru in May?
Daytime highs average 32°C and nights about 22°C.
When is the best time to visit Bengaluru?
The best months are January, February, December.