Kalaw weather in May
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain. Average highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C, with around 21 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While May isn't our top-rated month for Kalaw, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
27°C
Average low
19°C
Rainy days
21 days
Best months to visit
January, February, March, April, November, December
What to do in Kalaw in May
Whatever the weather, Kalaw rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Multi-day trekking to Inle Lake
Minority village homestays
Weaving and craft demonstrations
Photography of mountain villages
Agricultural landscape observation
Cultural exchange with local communities
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
Recommended
January
21C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
February
24C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
March
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
April
28C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
May (you are here)
27C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
June
24C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
July
24C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
August
23C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
September
24C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
October
24C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
Recommended
November
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
December
22C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
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