Kuala Lumpur guide
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur in May

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. The best months for Kuala Lumpur are June, July, August and September. In May, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead.
Avg temp
28°C
Rainfall
209 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In May, Kuala Lumpur is typically warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options. Average temperatures sit around 28°C with about 209mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Kuala Lumpur in May

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Tun Abdul Razak Memorial
The Tun Abdul Razak Memorial is an official residence building of Tun Abdul Razak in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia which was originally known as the Sri Taman Building. This building was
Royal Malaysian Police Museum
The Royal Malaysia Police Museum is a museum that showcases the history of the Royal Malaysia Police, located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The museum includes exhibits from the histo
Statue of Sir Frank Athelstane Swettenham
A bronze statue of Sir Frank Athelstane Swettenham GCMG CH stands in the courtyard of the National Museum, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
The Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia is a museum in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It was officially opened on 12 December 1998. The museum is the largest museum of Islamic arts in Southeas
Kuala Lumpur Bird Park
Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is a 20.9-acre (8.5 ha) public aviary in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur. It is one of the world's largest covered bird parks, located adjacent to the
Perdana Botanical Gardens
Perdana Botanical Gardens, formerly Perdana Lake Gardens, Lake Gardens, and Public Gardens, is Kuala Lumpur's first large-scale recreational park. Measuring 91.6 hectares, it is lo

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Kuala Lumpur in May: FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?+

Peak season: lively and popular, but book ahead. Kuala Lumpur's best months are generally June, July, August and September.

What is the weather like in Kuala Lumpur in May?+

Expect average temperatures around 28°C. Rainfall averages about 209mm for the month. In short, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What should I pack for Kuala Lumpur in May?+

Based on the typical May weather: warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What is there to do in Kuala Lumpur in May?+

Popular things to do include Tun Abdul Razak Memorial, Royal Malaysian Police Museum, Statue of Sir Frank Athelstane Swettenham and Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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