Honiara weather in May (Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands)
What weather conditions can you expect in Honiara this May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.
Temperatures
In May, the weather in Honiara generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 28°C, cooling off to about 24°C at night.
Precipitation
Honiara in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 241 mm for the month. You can typically expect 16 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.Average sunshine
Enjoy a sunny month with about 211 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Honiara climate page with graphs.
Honiara, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
24°C
Max Temperature
28°C
Water Temperature
28°C
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
241 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
79%
Sunshine
211 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Solomon Islands in May
Find out more about the weather in Solomon Islands and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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