Cebu weather in May
Considering a trip to Cebu this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Cebu in May?
Cebu is a region in Philippines. May in Cebu generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C in Liloan to 33°C in Moalboal. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Moalboal and 26°C in Liloan. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mactan with an average of 127 mm to heavy rainfall in Moalboal with 172 mm.
For a closer look at May's conditions in Cebu, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Cebu's yearly weather, check out our Cebu climate page.
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Average weather in Cebu City
In May Cebu City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Mactan
In May Mactan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Moalboal
In May Moalboal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Mandaue City
In May Mandaue City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Oslob
In May Oslob generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Cebu?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Cebu with overall tolerable weather in Cebu City.
On average, the best time to visit Cebu is in January and April with generally pleasant weather in Cebu City. In contrast, June, July, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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