What is the weather like in Munnar in May?

Expect temperatures between 18°C and 24°C with 80% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Munnar in May?

Munnar in May scores 59/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Decent conditions for most activities.

Who should visit Munnar in May?

May in Munnar is ideal for: Business travelers.

Munnar Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

24°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

18°C

Coolest around day 8

Rainy Days

31days

80% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Munnar May Weather Calendar

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Day 1

Stormy

25°C76%

Day 2

Stormy

25°C78%

Day 3

Stormy

25°C80%

Day 4

Stormy

25°C82%

Day 5

Stormy

24°C81%

Day 6

Stormy

24°C80%

Day 7

Stormy

24°C80%

Day 8

Stormy

24°C77%

Day 9

Stormy

24°C74%

Day 10

Stormy

24°C75%

Day 11

Stormy

24°C77%

Day 12

Stormy

24°C79%

Day 13

Stormy

24°C82%

Day 14

Stormy

24°C84%

Day 15

Stormy

24°C81%

Day 16

Stormy

24°C80%

Day 17

Stormy

24°C77%

Day 18

Stormy

23°C78%

Day 19

Stormy

23°C76%

Day 20

Stormy

23°C76%

Day 21

Stormy

23°C75%

Day 22

Stormy

23°C76%

Day 23

Stormy

23°C78%

Day 24

Stormy

23°C80%

Day 25

Stormy

23°C85%

Day 26

Stormy

23°C86%

Day 27

Stormy

23°C88%

Day 28

Stormy

23°C85%

Day 29

Stormy

23°C86%

Day 30

Stormy

23°C83%

Day 31

Stormy

23°C84%

Essential Travel Info for Munnar

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Currency

INR

₹ Indian rupee

Language

English

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Driving

Left side

Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.578

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

41/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Apr

Low

Jul

Monthly Traffic Distribution

105

Jan

Feb

Mar

111

Apr

107

May

Jun

Jul

100

Aug

100

Sep

100

Oct

100

Nov

100

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Bangalore Bengaluru (BLR)

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji (BOM)

New Delhi Indira Gandhi (DEL)

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi (HYD)

Chennai (MAA)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

11 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin India.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Cholera

Cholera ispresumed to be presentin India. Cholera is rare in travelers.Certain factorsmay increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease (more information). Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera.Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to India.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to India. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to India.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Munnar?

👌Decent conditions for most activities(59/100)

Short Answer

Rain dominates Munnar in May (80% probability, 8mm average). Prices are lower but outdoor activities require backup plans. Umbrella is essential.

Decision Factors

High rainfall period

80% rain probability, 7.8mm average

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

89% average humidity

Peak tourist season

96% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Ideal temperature range

23.6°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever

Good For

💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
89% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Outdoor enthusiasts
80% rain probability disrupts outdoor activities
📸
Photographers
85% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Munnar in May averages 24°C with 80% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Munnar in May

What are the temperatures in Munnar in May?

Daytime highs average 24°C, nights drop to 18°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Munnar in May?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. Definitely pack rain gear.

What to wear in Munnar in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Munnar?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

Munnar Weather in May

Munnar May Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Munnar

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Chikungunya

Cholera

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Japanese Encephalitis

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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