Makkah in May
5.6out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 40°C. Very dry: about 2 rainy days.
40°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
2Rainy days (6 mm)
13:01 hDaylight
05:46Sunrise · 18:48 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 40°C
- Very dry: about 2 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 (2.0 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 | 18°C | 41 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| February | 31°C | 19°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.5 |
| March | 34°C | 21°C | 10 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.6 |
| April | 37°C | 24°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 6.5 |
| May | 40°C | 26°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 5.6 |
| June | 42°C | 27°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.4 |
| July | 41°C | 29°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.6 |
| August | 41°C | 29°C | 2 mm | 1 | – | – | 5.7 |
| September | 41°C | 27°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 5.7 |
| October | 38°C | 25°C | 6 mm | 3 | – | – | 6.2 |
| November | 33°C | 22°C | 20 mm | 3 | – | – | 7.5 |
| December | 30°C | 19°C | 25 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Makkah in May?
Daytime highs average 40°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Makkah?
The best months are January, February, December.