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Port Vila weather in May (Efate, Vanuatu)

What does the weather outlook for Port Vila look like in May? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

During May, Port Vila usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 27°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 25°C.

Precipitation

Port Vila in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 156 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 18 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 172 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and April tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Port Vila climate page with graphs.

 

Port Vila, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 156 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 85%  
SunshineSunshine 172 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Vanuatu in May

Find out more about the weather in Vanuatu and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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 26°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.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Port Vila.

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