When to go · Butterworth
Butterworth in May
Good month. Outside the best window (Dec–Mar, and any dry window; the town is a transit point, so weather matters less than on the island). Across Malaysia: Perhentian and Redang at their best; Borneo drying out.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Good
- Temperature
- 32°C90°F / 24°C75°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 16
- Crowds
- Medium
- Malaysia overall
- Prices
- Medium
- Malaysia overall
Verdict
GoodMalaysia month rating
Outside the best window (Dec–Mar, and any dry window; the town is a transit point, so weather matters less than on the island). Across Malaysia: Perhentian and Redang at their best; Borneo drying out.
Weather in May
- ButterworthHighs around 32 °C, lows around 24 °C, rain on about 16 daysHighs around 90 °F, lows around 75 °F, rain on about 16 days
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Malaysia overall
- Medium
- Prices · Malaysia overall
- Medium
Malaysia overall: Perhentian and Redang at their best; Borneo drying out.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
- A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast