Vanuatu weather in May
Thinking about venturing to Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu in May?
May in Vanuatu generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C and nighttime temperatures around 25°C in Port Vila.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Aneityum with an average of 136 mm to heavy rainfall in Hog Harbour with 230 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 172 hours of sunlight anticipated in Port Vila. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Vanuatu for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Vanuatu climate page.
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Average weather in Port Vila
In May Port Vila generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Luganville
In May Luganville generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Tanna Island
In May Tanna Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Port-Havannah
In May Port-Havannah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Hog Harbour
In May Hog Harbour generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Vanuatu?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Vanuatu with overall pleasant weather in Port Vila. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Vanuatu is in July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Port Vila. The weather in January, February, March and April, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.
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