Cebu City

Cebu Weather in May

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

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Cebu City Mactan Moalboal Mandaue City

Planning a getaway to Cebu, 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 Cebu in May

Cebu, Philippines is a region in Philippines. May in Cebu generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C (86°F) in Liloan to 33°C (91°F) in Moalboal. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Moalboal and 26°C (79°F) 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.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mactan with an average of 127 mm (5 in) to heavy rainfall in Moalboal with 172 mm (6.8 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Cebu in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Cebu

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Cebu, Philippines?

Temperature range in Cebu (May)

Precipitation variation in Cebu (May)

Cebu City

In May Cebu City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Cebu City →

Mactan

In May Mactan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
127 mm (5 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Mactan →

Moalboal

In May Moalboal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
259 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
Climate in Moalboal →

Mandaue City

In May Mandaue City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Mandaue City →

Oslob

In May Oslob generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Oslob →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cebu, 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.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cebu in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cebu City 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Mactan 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Moalboal 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)
Mandaue City 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Oslob 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Alcoy 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)

Cebu weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cebu, Philippines in May?

Expect unpleasant weather across Cebu, Philippines in May. The popular destination of Cebu City averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Cebu, Philippines in May?

Average temperatures in Cebu, Philippines during May range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 32°C (90°F) in Cebu City.

Does Cebu, Philippines get a lot of rain in May?

Cebu, Philippines sees substantial rainfall in May. Cebu City typically averages about 147 mm (5.8 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Cebu, Philippines?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Cebu, Philippines with overall tolerable weather in Cebu City.

On average, the best time to visit Cebu, Philippines is in January with generally pleasant weather in Cebu City. In contrast, June, July, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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