Butuan weather in May (Mindanao, Philippines)

Is May a good time to explore Butuan weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Butuan includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 32°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 25°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Butuan in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 172 mm for the month. This month experiences about 14 days of rain according to historical data.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. March, April, May, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, June, July, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Butuan, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 172 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Where to go in Philippines in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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