Cox's Bazar weather in May
May in Cox's Bazar: sweltering, rainy, with very humid — a great time to visit.
#7 of 12 months in Cox's Bazar · #403 of 604 destinations to visit in May · comfort 76/100 (tier B)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Cox's Bazar climate normals — May
| Daytime high | 32°C / 89°F | 🔥 sweltering |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 26°C / 79°F | |
| Feels like (high) | 37°C / 99°F | |
| Rainfall | 132 mm / 5.2 in | 🌧 rainy |
| Rainy days | 15 days | |
| Humidity | 81% | 💦 very humid |
| Dew point | 24°C / 76°F | |
| Sunshine | 10.8 h/day | |
| Daylight | 13.2 h | |
| Wind | 19 km/h / 12 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 83 | 🙂 moderate |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Cox's Bazar in May — FAQ
- Is May a good time to visit Cox's Bazar?
- May in Cox's Bazar: sweltering, rainy, with very humid — a great time to visit. It ranks #7 of 12 months for Cox's Bazar on SeasonMap's comfort score (76/100).
- What is the weather like in Cox's Bazar in May?
- In May, Cox's Bazar averages a daily high of 31.9°C and a low of 26.1°C, with about 132 mm of rain over roughly 14.8 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Cox's Bazar in May?
- Cox's Bazar has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 83 in May.