Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Dhaka, Bangladesh in May
May in Dhaka is typically very hot, with average daytime highs around 35°C and nights near 26°C. It is one of the warmer months of Dhaka's year.
May is one of the wetter months in Dhaka, with around 272 mm of rain - plan around showers.
If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Dhaka are usually January, February, November and December.
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In May, Dhaka averages a daytime high of about 35°C and a night-time low of around 26°C, based on recent historical data.
May is one of the wetter months in Dhaka, with around 272 mm of rain - plan around showers.
May is seriously hot in Dhaka. It's still doable - plan outdoor activities for early morning or evening, and build in shade and hydration breaks around midday. If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Dhaka are usually January, February, November and December.