Kanpur in May
5.5out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 40°C. Some rain: about 4 rainy days.
40°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
4Rainy days (12 mm)
13:18 hDaylight
05:26Sunrise · 18:44 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 40°C
- Some rain: about 4 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.6 days). 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 | 21°C | 9°C | 17 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.6 |
| February | 25°C | 12°C | 22 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| March | 31°C | 17°C | 12 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.1 |
| April | 38°C | 22°C | 8 mm | 2 | – | – | 6.3 |
| May | 40°C | 26°C | 12 mm | 4 | – | – | 5.5 |
| June | 38°C | 28°C | 103 mm | 11 | – | – | 4.9 |
| July | 34°C | 27°C | 288 mm | 24 | – | – | 4.8 |
| August | 33°C | 27°C | 248 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.1 |
| September | 33°C | 25°C | 147 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.8 |
| October | 33°C | 21°C | 30 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.8 |
| November | 29°C | 15°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| December | 23°C | 10°C | 8 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Kanpur in May?
Daytime highs average 40°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Kanpur?
The best months are November, December, February, January.