Bidar Weather in May (1981–2025)

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May at a Glance in Bidar

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
40.2°C
Avg Low
❄️
26.4°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
33.3°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
39 mm
Avg Humidity
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35%
Avg Wind
🌬️
3.1 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
6.5
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+6.8°C
temp difference
🔥Hot afternoons🌙Warm mornings☀️Very sunny🌦️Some rain💨Breezy🏜️Low humidity

Bidar May Weather Overview

May is one of the warmer months of the year in Bidar, with average highs near 40.2°C and lows around 26.4°C (mean 33.3°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 39 mm of rainfall and 35% relative humidity across the period.

Bidar May Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

May is one of the warmer months of the year in Bidar. Across 45 years of records, the warmest May in Bidar was 1991 — when the month averaged 35.8°C — while the coldest was 1990 at 30.1°C. Typical May days reach 40.2°C with nights near 26.4°C. The long-term trend is cooling, about 0.2°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp33.5°C→31.7°C-1.8°C
Max Temp40.5°C→37.9°C-2.6°C
Min Temp26.4°C→25.5°C-0.9°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp-0.2°C/decade ↘
Max Temp-0.3°C/decade ↘
Min Temp0°C/decade →

Distribution of Avg Temp

30.0°C–31.5°C8 yr (18%)
31.5°C–33.0°C7 yr (16%)
33.0°C–34.5°C18 yr (40%)
34.5°C–36.0°C12 yr (27%)

Bidar May Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

May is one of the drier months in Bidar, averaging 39 mm of rainfall. The wettest May on record was 2025 with 207 mm, while the driest were 1991 and 2003 at 1 mm.

Bidar May Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Bidar during May averages 35%. The most humid May was 1990 at 58%, and the least humid was 2003 at 21%.

Bidar May Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

May receives about 6.5 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Bidar. The sunniest Mays were 1986 and 2003 at 7.2 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2025 at 5.5.

Bidar May Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Bidar during May is 3.1 m/s. The windiest Mays were 2001, 2002 and 2008 at 3.8 m/s, while the calmest was 1987 at 2.1 m/s.

What May Feels Like in Bidar

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Warm
Morning
🌞
Hot
Afternoon
🌆
Warm
Evening
Rain chanceLow
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How May Ranks in Bidar

🔥1st warmest month of the year
🌧️6th wettest month of the year
☀️2nd sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Bidar Weather by Month

Bidar May Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp33.7°C33.4°C33.0°C34.0°C32.1°C-1.6°C
Avg High40.8°C40.5°C39.9°C40.9°C38.4°C-2.4°C
Avg Low26.5°C26.3°C26.2°C27.1°C25.8°C-0.7°C
Avg Rain24 mm44 mm40 mm23 mm80 mm+56 mm

Extreme May Records in Bidar

🔥Warmest May45.9°C1988
🧊Coldest May20.7°C2023
🌧️Wettest May207 mm2025
🏜️Driest May1 mm1991
🌬️Windiest May3.8 m/s2001

Key Insights for May

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May temperatures in Bidar have fallen by about 1.8°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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May has ranged from a record low of 20.7°C (2023) to a record high of 45.9°C (1988).

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Rainfall in May is one of the drier months, averaging 39 mm, with a wettest year of 207 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs fell about 0.3°C per decade while lows rose 0°C per decade, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Bidar?

A quieter season to visit Bidar

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of December and November tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Bidar. That said, May — with days averaging 40.2°C and nights around 26.4°C (mean 33.3°C) and moderate rainfall (39 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the warmth, and often means fewer crowds.

See Bidar's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Bidar Weather in May — In Depth

☀️ May climate overview

May is one of the warmer months of the year in Bidar, with average highs near 40.2°C and lows around 26.4°C (mean 33.3°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 39 mm of rainfall and 35% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in May

May averages 39 mm of rainfall in Bidar, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest May on record saw 207 mm (2025), and the driest just 1 mm (1991). Humidity sits around 35% and average wind speed is 3.1 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 6.5 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How May has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average May temperatures have fallen by about 1.8°C. Daytime highs moved from 40.5°C to 37.9°C and overnight lows from 26.4°C to 25.5°C over the same span.
May Weather in Bidar, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
2025 🌧️35.8°C30.5°C25.2°C42.3°C22.7°C207 mm54%2.4 m/s5.5
202439.6°C32.7°C25.8°C43.8°C23.3°C66 mm44%2.7 m/s6.2
202337.5°C30.9°C24.3°C40.5°C20.7°C60 mm51%2.3 m/s6.5
202239.4°C33.0°C26.6°C43.0°C22.4°C40 mm41%3.1 m/s5.8
202137.2°C31.3°C25.5°C40.7°C23.4°C61 mm50%3.1 m/s5.9
202040.8°C33.9°C27.1°C44.3°C24.3°C47 mm35%2.5 m/s6.4
201942.5°C35.0°C27.5°C44.0°C23.8°C8 mm23%2.9 m/s6.8
201840.8°C34.2°C27.6°C43.5°C25.4°C31 mm33%2.6 m/s6.3
201741.5°C34.6°C27.8°C43.8°C24.3°C16 mm29%3 m/s6.4
201640.8°C34.0°C27.1°C43.1°C23.5°C33 mm37%3.5 m/s6.7
201540.8°C33.7°C26.6°C44.5°C23.0°C9 mm33%2.9 m/s6.5
201438.6°C32.0°C25.3°C42.9°C20.8°C60 mm43%2.5 m/s6.4
201340.9°C34.4°C27.9°C43.9°C24.5°C28 mm32%3.4 m/s6.5
201241.1°C34.2°C27.2°C43.0°C24.6°C9 mm26%3.5 m/s6.6
201140.4°C33.6°C26.9°C43.0°C24.3°C14 mm31%3.1 m/s6.6
201041.6°C34.6°C27.5°C44.6°C22.6°C20 mm32%3 m/s6.5
200940.4°C33.4°C26.3°C43.8°C23.3°C39 mm35%3 m/s6.8
200840.9°C33.4°C25.9°C43.2°C23.8°C16 mm28%3.8 m/s7
200740.9°C34.3°C27.7°C43.1°C24.8°C16 mm31%3.2 m/s6.7
200638.3°C31.9°C25.6°C43.1°C22.6°C100 mm45%2.9 m/s6.4
200540.4°C33.4°C26.4°C43.9°C23.5°C34 mm32%2.8 m/s6.6
200436.8°C30.6°C24.5°C41.5°C21.3°C61 mm55%3.5 m/s6.3
200342.6°C34.6°C26.6°C43.9°C23.9°C1 mm21%3.6 m/s7.2
200240.5°C33.4°C26.3°C43.6°C22.2°C71 mm41%3.8 m/s6.8
200140.7°C33.8°C27.0°C44.5°C24.4°C7 mm32%3.8 m/s7
200037.5°C31.5°C25.4°C43.9°C22.9°C56 mm46%3.2 m/s6.4
199937.6°C31.4°C25.1°C44.2°C21.5°C79 mm47%3.4 m/s6.3
199842.4°C35.2°C28.0°C44.7°C25.8°C14 mm30%3.1 m/s6.5
199739.9°C32.6°C25.2°C43.2°C21.6°C22 mm33%2.7 m/s6.9
199641.7°C33.9°C26.2°C43.5°C22.7°C9 mm24%3.3 m/s6.9
199538.8°C31.8°C24.8°C41.9°C21.2°C66 mm40%3.1 m/s6.4
199441.8°C34.4°C27.0°C45.0°C24.4°C10 mm28%3.2 m/s6.6
199342.0°C34.5°C26.9°C44.7°C22.2°C28 mm28%3.4 m/s6.8
199241.5°C34.2°C27.0°C43.9°C23.5°C41 mm29%2.8 m/s7
1991 🔥43.1°C35.8°C28.4°C44.9°C23.7°C1 mm23%3 m/s6.7
1990 ❄️35.8°C30.1°C24.4°C41.6°C22.0°C171 mm58%3 m/s5.6
198942.4°C34.6°C26.8°C45.7°C23.7°C3 mm25%3.6 m/s6.8
198843.0°C35.3°C27.7°C45.9°C25.8°C5 mm25%3.5 m/s6.6
198737.4°C31.4°C25.5°C41.5°C22.5°C28 mm38%2.1 m/s6.1
198642.0°C34.2°C26.3°C43.8°C23.8°C3 mm28%3.6 m/s7.2
198541.9°C34.5°C27.1°C43.7°C23.5°C13 mm29%3.6 m/s6.7
198443.1°C35.2°C27.3°C44.4°C22.2°C3 mm22%3.2 m/s7.1
198341.7°C34.8°C27.9°C44.1°C23.5°C7 mm27%3.1 m/s—
198236.8°C30.5°C24.2°C40.7°C21.6°C87 mm50%2.4 m/s—
198139.2°C32.5°C25.7°C43.2°C22.4°C63 mm40%2.8 m/s—

Actual recorded May data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Bidar May Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Bidar in May?▼

The average high in May is around 40.2°C with lows near 26.4°C (mean 33.3°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Bidar in May?▼

May averages 39 mm of rainfall in Bidar, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 207 mm in 2025.

What was the hottest May on record in Bidar?▼

The hottest May reached 45.9°C in 1988. The coldest dipped to 20.7°C in 2023.

Has May in Bidar gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average May temperatures have fallen by about 1.8°C. Daytime highs moved from 40.5°C to 37.9°C and overnight lows from 26.4°C to 25.5°C over the same span.

Is May a good time to visit Bidar?▼

May is one of the warmer months of the year in Bidar and one of the drier months, so plan for around 40.2°C daytime highs and 26.4°C at night.

Is May the coldest month in Bidar?▼

Not quite — May is the 12th coolest month in Bidar, averaging 33.3°C.

What should I pack for Bidar in May?▼

For May in Bidar, pack light, breathable clothing and sun protection, with typical highs of 40.2°C and lows of 26.4°C.

Is Bidar humid in May?▼

Relative humidity in May averages 35% — relatively dry.

How windy is Bidar in May?▼

Average wind speed in May is 3.1 m/s. The windiest May on record averaged 3.8 m/s (2001).

Which May had the most rainfall in Bidar?▼

The wettest May on record was 2025 with 207 mm. On average, May sees 39 mm.

Where does this May weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Bidar behaves each May, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for May specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.