End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Singapore in May
Little changes in Singapore from April: highs stay near 86°F (30°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), and about 7.8 in (199 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 43/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 79°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 7.8 in (199 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 43/100 · Tough
What May feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 86°F (30°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 79°F (26°C).
With 83% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 7.8 in (199 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 76%.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are February.
- Comfort holds steady from April (45 → 43/100).
- Our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes86°F afternoons
- Sun hat and sunscreenmidday heat
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics83% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes7.8 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Singapore in May
Afternoons run hot (86°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Long Bar at Raffles Hotel
Birthplace of the Singapore Sling, where peanut shells go on the floor.
Why now A break from 86°F afternoons.
MacRitchie Reservoir TreeTop Walk
Rainforest trails to a suspension bridge above the canopy.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 86°F.
Maxwell Food Centre
Chinatown hawker center known for Tian Tian Hainanese chicken rice.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Little India
Temples, spice shops and Tekka Centre's food stalls along Serangoon Road.
National Gallery Singapore
Southeast Asian art in the former Supreme Court and City Hall buildings.
Nearby in May
- Malacca in May~127 mi · highs 87°F, 6.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Kuala Lumpur in May~197 mi · highs 87°F, 6.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Singapore in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Singapore?
It's middling, scoring 43/100. The best months are February, at up to 59. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 7.8 in (199 mm) of rain. Our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug, so May is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Singapore in May?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 79°F (26°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Singapore in May?
Yes: about 7.8 in (199 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 93.2 in (2368 mm).
What should I pack for Singapore in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (86°F afternoons), sun hat and sunscreen (midday heat), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (83% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (7.8 in of rain on average).
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