Pyongyang
May
Weather in Pyongyang for May 2025
Your guide to Pyongyang weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Pyongyang at the beginning of May is 21.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 24.7 °C by the end of May.
Pyongyang experiences moderate rainfall in May, with an average of 10 rainy days and a total precipitation of 170.3 mm.
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21
Dry days
10
Rainy days
0
Snow days
23°/12°
Temperatures
19 km/h
Avg max wind
58 %
Avg humidity
Pyongyang in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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| 1  22° | 2  23° | 3 25° | 4 25° | |||
| 5  18° | 6 17° | 7  20° | 8 22° | 9 23° | 10  24° | 11 21° |
| 12 22° | 13 22° | 14 25° | 15 20° | 16 25° | 17 26° | 18 22° |
| 19 27° | 20 24° | 21 25° | 22 26° | 23 27° | 24 27° | 25  25° |
| 26 22° | 27 22° | 28 22° | 29 29° | 30 26° | 31 27° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Pyongyang
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May | Patchy rain possible | 22° /8° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 2 May | Overcast | 23° /9° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 3 May | Overcast | 25° /10° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 4 May | Overcast | 25° /12° | 0.2 mm | 6 | |
| 5 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 18° /13° | 90.9 mm | 4 | |
| 6 May | Patchy rain possible | 17° /11° | 11.3 mm | 4 | |
| 7 May | Sunny | 20° /10° | 1.8 mm | 5 | |
| 8 May | Sunny | 22° /9° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 9 May | Overcast | 23° /9° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 10 May | Partly cloudy | 24° /10° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 11 May | Partly cloudy | 21° /9° | 2.4 mm | 6 | |
| 12 May | Overcast | 22° /9° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 13 May | Moderate rain at times | 22° /9° | 1.1 mm | 5 | |
| 14 May | Partly cloudy | 25° /11° | 0.2 mm | 7 | |
| 15 May | Sunny | 20° /10° | 4.7 mm | 5 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 25° /10° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 26° /11° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 22° /13° | 0.5 mm | 6 | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 27° /13° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| 20 May | Moderate rain at times | 24° /15° | 3 mm | 6 | |
| 21 May | Overcast | 25° /12° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 22 May | Sunny | 26° /14° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 23 May | Sunny | 27° /12° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 24 May | Sunny | 27° /14° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 25 May | Cloudy | 25° /13° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 26 May | Cloudy | 22° /13° | 8.2 mm | 5 | |
| 27 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /12° | 16.6 mm | 5 | |
| 28 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /13° | 29.1 mm | 6 | |
| 29 May | Partly cloudy | 29° /14° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 30 May | Partly cloudy | 26° /16° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 31 May | Patchy rain possible | 27° /14° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Pyongyang in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Pyongyang forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Pyongyang in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Pyongyang during May?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 23° and cooler nights around 12°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Pyongyang during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 170.3 mm is expected in Pyongyang during May, occurring over more than 10 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Pyongyang during May?
The average wind speed in Pyongyang during May is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
What to pack to Pyongyang in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Pyongyang in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Pyongyang, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Sunglasses: For sun protection
- Sun Hats: Wide-brimmed hats for sun protection in warm weather
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
May rainfall patterns in Pyongyang
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UV exposure in Pyongyang during May
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