Boracay

Boracay Island Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Boracay Island, Philippines in May.

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Boracay

Planning a getaway to Boracay Island, Philippines this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Boracay Island in May

Boracay Island, Philippines is a region in Philippines. May in Boracay Island generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Boracay. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Boracay Island, Philippines, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 172 mm (6.8 in) in Boracay.

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Best Places to Visit in Boracay Island in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 Boracay Island

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Boracay Island, Philippines?

Boracay

In May Boracay generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
315 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Boracay Island, in Philippines.

In our records: Philippines May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Philippines in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest May day in Philippines reached 42°C (108°F) in Clark on May 23, 2014.

Boracay Island weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Boracay Island, Philippines in May?

Expect unpleasant weather across Boracay Island, Philippines in May. The popular destination of Boracay averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 27°C (81°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Boracay Island, Philippines in May?

In Boracay, the average daytime high in May is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 27°C (81°F).

Does Boracay Island, Philippines get a lot of rain in May?

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Boracay Island, Philippines, with Boracay averaging around 172 mm (6.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Boracay Island, Philippines?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Boracay Island, Philippines with overall tolerable weather in Boracay. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Boracay Island, Philippines is in March and April with generally perfect weather in Boracay. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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