May weather forecast
Tawau, Malaysia

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Weather in May

May, in Tawau, Malaysia, steps into peak year temperatures, considering the prior month's warmer trend. Rainfall, however, begins to rise gradually, indicating the start of a wetter phase in the weather cycle. Although rainfall is present, sunny days substantially prevail due to heightened sunshine hours. The consistency in sea temperatures rewards sea-activity enthusiasts with predictably warm sea conditions. This relatively balanced weather carries forward into June, preserving the overall tropical climate.

Temperature

Tawau's temperatures peak on average in May, reaching 32.4°C (90.3°F) at their highest and 23.5°C (74.3°F) at their lowest.

Rainfall

In Tawau, during May, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 126mm (4.96") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146 rainfall days, and 1763mm (69.41") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

May and June, with an average sea temperature of 29.9°C (85.8°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Tawau.
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water activities in temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are highly enjoyable and provide prolonged comfort without unease.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 6:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 6:16 pm +08.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.5h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Tawau.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Tawau?

May, with an average high of 32.4°C (90.3°F) and a low of 23.5°C (74.3°F), signifies the warmest month of the year in Tawau.

How hot is it in Tawau in May?

The high-temperature in Tawau, Malaysia, during May is 32.4°C (90.3°F) and the low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F).

How much does it rain in Tawau in May?

In Tawau, Malaysia, in May, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 126mm (4.96") of accumulated precipitation.

What months are the sea warmest in Tawau?

May and June, with an average sea temperature of 29.9°C (85.8°F), are months with the warmest seawater.

What is the water temperature in May in Tawau?

In May, the average sea temperature in Tawau is 29.9°C (85.8°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

How many hours of daylight does Tawau have in May?

In Tawau, Malaysia, the average day length in May is 12h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Tawau?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 6:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tawau, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 6:16 pm +08.

What month has the most sunshine in Tawau?

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May in Tawau?

In Tawau, Malaysia, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.5h.

Average temperature in May
Tawau, Malaysia

Average temperature in May - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average high temperature in May: 32.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (32.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (31.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (22.3°C).

Average rainfall in May
Tawau, Malaysia

Average rainfall in May - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average rainfall in May: 126.3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (207.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (89.8mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Tawau, Malaysia

Average rainfall days in May - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March and April (10 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Tawau, Malaysia

Average sea temperature in May - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average sea temperature in May: 29.9°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are May and June (29.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (28°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tawau, Malaysia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tawau, Malaysia
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Tawau, Malaysia

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