Monthly climate guide
Munnar weather in May
Expect hot weather in Munnar in May: afternoons reach about 29°C (84°F), while nights drop to around 22°C (71°F). Around 182 mm of rain falls over the month (very wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C cooler than April and 3°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- Just 150 km apart, but Munnar runs about 3°C cooler than Ooty this month.
- Humidity near 83% makes 29°C feel stickier than it sounds.
Avg high
29°C
84°F
Avg low
22°C
71°F
Rainfall
182 mm
very wet
Humidity
83%
relative
Sky
71%
cloud · often cloudy
Munnar weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 82°F | 17°C / 62°F | 7 mm | 74% | 39% |
| February | 31°C / 88°F | 18°C / 64°F | 26 mm | 65% | 37% |
| March | 33°C / 91°F | 20°C / 68°F | 37 mm | 65% | 43% |
| April | 33°C / 91°F | 22°C / 71°F | 89 mm | 72% | 58% |
| May | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 71°F | 182 mm | 83% | 71% |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 21°C / 70°F | 297 mm | 90% | 83% |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 20°C / 69°F | 278 mm | 91% | 85% |
| August | 25°C / 77°F | 20°C / 68°F | 287 mm | 92% | 84% |
| September | 26°C / 78°F | 20°C / 68°F | 210 mm | 90% | 77% |
| October | 26°C / 79°F | 20°C / 68°F | 257 mm | 89% | 74% |
| November | 26°C / 79°F | 19°C / 66°F | 156 mm | 87% | 70% |
| December | 26°C / 79°F | 18°C / 64°F | 48 mm | 83% | 61% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is May a good time to visit Munnar?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Munnar →Other India cities in May
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Munnar in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Munnar?
May is one of the wetter months in Munnar, with about 182 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Munnar in May?
Average highs are about 29°C (84°F) and average lows about 22°C (71°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Munnar in May?
Munnar typically gets around 182 mm of rain in May — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Munnar (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.