Lahad Datu in May
5.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 30°C. Very wet: about 27 rainy days.
30°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
27Rainy days (177 mm)
12:14 hDaylight
05:56Sunrise · 18:10 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 30°C
- Very wet: about 27 rainy 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?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.9 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 | 29°C | 24°C | 160 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 29°C | 24°C | 119 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.3 |
| March | 30°C | 24°C | 124 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.9 |
| April | 30°C | 25°C | 121 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.7 |
| May | 30°C | 25°C | 177 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.7 |
| June | 30°C | 25°C | 168 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.8 |
| July | 30°C | 25°C | 163 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.9 |
| August | 30°C | 25°C | 154 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.8 |
| September | 30°C | 25°C | 168 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.8 |
| October | 30°C | 25°C | 193 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.8 |
| November | 30°C | 24°C | 153 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.9 |
| December | 29°C | 24°C | 164 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Lahad Datu in May?
Daytime highs average 30°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Lahad Datu?
The best months are February, January, December, March.