Monthly climate guide
Singapore weather in May
Expect hot weather in Singapore in May: afternoons reach about 31°C (87°F), while nights drop to around 26°C (80°F). Around 209 mm of rain falls over the month (very wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as April and about the same as June.
What stands out in May
- Only one month is warmer in Singapore than May.
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 26°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Humidity near 82% makes 31°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 4°C).
Avg high
31°C
87°F
Avg low
26°C
80°F
Rainfall
209 mm
very wet
Humidity
82%
relative
Sky
80%
cloud · often cloudy
Singapore weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 83°F | 24°C / 76°F | 210 mm | 88% | 83% |
| February | 29°C / 85°F | 24°C / 75°F | 112 mm | 86% | 72% |
| March | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 77°F | 131 mm | 83% | 72% |
| April | 31°C / 87°F | 26°C / 79°F | 203 mm | 81% | 79% |
| May | 31°C / 87°F | 26°C / 80°F | 209 mm | 82% | 80% |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 26°C / 79°F | 176 mm | 83% | 78% |
| July | 30°C / 85°F | 26°C / 78°F | 156 mm | 84% | 77% |
| August | 30°C / 85°F | 26°C / 78°F | 161 mm | 84% | 78% |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 78°F | 162 mm | 82% | 81% |
| October | 30°C / 86°F | 26°C / 78°F | 200 mm | 82% | 84% |
| November | 29°C / 85°F | 25°C / 78°F | 312 mm | 84% | 90% |
| December | 29°C / 84°F | 25°C / 77°F | 300 mm | 88% | 89% |
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 Singapore?
Our Singapore guide recommends: Year-round destination with consistent tropical heat and humidity — February to April is comparatively drier.
Eat at a hawker centre rather than a restaurant for the best value and some of the most celebrated food in the country, including Michelin-recognised stalls.
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Singapore in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Singapore?
May is one of the wetter months in Singapore, with about 209 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Singapore in May?
Average highs are about 31°C (87°F) and average lows about 26°C (80°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Singapore in May?
Singapore typically gets around 209 mm of rain in May — very wet.
When is the best time to visit Singapore?
Year-round destination with consistent tropical heat and humidity — February to April is comparatively drier.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Singapore (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.