Philippines weather in May
Thinking about venturing to Philippines this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Philippines in May?
May in Philippines generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Banaue at 27°C to very warm in Cabanatuan at 35°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Cabanatuan and 18°C in Banaue. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mambajao with an average of 82 mm to heavy rainfall in Banaue with 362 mm. Meanwhile, Manila enjoys approximately 221 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Philippines in May, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Philippines climate page.
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Average weather in Manila
In May Manila generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Boracay
In May Boracay generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Puerto Princesa
In May Puerto Princesa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Cebu City
In May Cebu City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Panglao City
In May Panglao City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Philippines?
In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Philippines with often unpleasant weather in Manila.
On average, the best time to visit Philippines is in February and March with generally perfect weather in Manila. The weather in July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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