Rabaul weather in May (Papua New Guinea)
Looking to travel to Rabaul in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In May, Rabaul typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 29°C. But by evening, they drop to around 26°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.
Rabaul in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 207 mm for the month. Typically around 21 days of rainfall is expected.
The city usually sees around 198 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rabaul climate page with graphs.
Rabaul, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
26°C
Max Temperature
29°C
Water Temperature
28°C
Chance of Rain
71%
Precipitation
207 mm
Rainy days
21 days
Humidity
75%
Windspeed
7 km/h
Sunshine
198 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Papua New Guinea in May
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So, what should you wear in Rabaul in May?
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 in May.
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