Samoa

Samoa Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Samoa in May.

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Apia Salelologa Manase Lalomanu

Are you planning a trip a to Samoa in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Samoa in May

May in Samoa generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Apia.

For specific regional insights in Samoa, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Mulifanua with an average of 175 mm (6.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Lalomanu with 237 mm (9.3 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Apia typically receives 195 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Samoa in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Samoa

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Samoa?

Temperature range in Samoa (May)

Precipitation variation in Samoa (May)

Apia

In May Apia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
195 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
241 mm (9.5 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Apia →

Salelologa

In May Salelologa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
195 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
207 mm (8.1 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Salelologa →

Lalomanu

In May Lalomanu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
195 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
241 mm (9.5 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Lalomanu →

Manase

In May Manase generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
220 mm (8.7 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Manase →

Fagamalo

In May Fagamalo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
219 mm (8.6 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Fagamalo →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Samoa in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Apia 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)
Salelologa 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 180 mm (7.1 in)
Manase 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 180 mm (7.1 in)
Lalomanu 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)
Mulifanua 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Pago Pago 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 202 mm (8 in)

Samoa weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Samoa in May?

Samoa typically experiences unpleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Apia average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Samoa in May?

In Apia, the average daytime high in May is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Samoa get a lot of rain in May?

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Samoa, with Apia averaging around 225 mm (8.9 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Samoa?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Samoa with often unpleasant weather in Apia.

On average, the best time to visit Samoa is in June, July and August with generally pleasant weather in Apia. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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