Padang in May
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Very wet: about 21 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
21Rainy days (289 mm)
11:57 hDaylight
06:16Sunrise · 18:14 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C
- Very wet: about 21 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.3 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- 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 (±5.3 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 | 25°C | 312 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 28°C | 25°C | 265 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 28°C | 25°C | 283 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 28°C | 25°C | 351 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 29°C | 26°C | 289 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 28°C | 26°C | 209 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 28°C | 25°C | 246 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 28°C | 25°C | 318 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 27°C | 25°C | 355 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 27°C | 25°C | 395 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 27°C | 25°C | 483 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 28°C | 25°C | 390 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Padang in May?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Padang?
The best months are January, February, March, April.