Nuku‘alofa weather in May (Tongatapu Island, Tonga)

What does the weather outlook for Nuku‘alofa look like in May? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Nuku‘alofa includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 26°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 24°C.

Precipitation

Nuku‘alofa in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 109 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 17 days will experience rainfall.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and March tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Nuku‘alofa, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 109 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 78%  

Where to go in Tonga in May

Find out more about the weather in Tonga and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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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