Zamboanga City weather in May (Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines)

Wondering what the weather is like in Zamboanga City during May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Zamboanga City tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 30°C, cooling down at night to around 26°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Zamboanga City in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 200 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 12 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 217 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Zamboanga City. January, February and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Zamboanga City, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Water Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 200 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 81%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 217 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Philippines in May

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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 29°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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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