Davao del Sur Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Davao del Sur, Philippines in May.

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Davao City

Planning a getaway to Davao del Sur, 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 Davao del Sur in May

Davao del Sur, Philippines is a region in Philippines. May in Davao del Sur generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Davao City. 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 Davao del Sur, Philippines, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 165 mm (6.5 in) in Davao City.

Explore Davao del Sur by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Davao del Sur - and find the best time to visit. (based on Davao City)

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May31°C (88°F) June31°C (88°F) July30°C (86°F) This monthAugust30°C (86°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Davao del Sur in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Davao del Sur.

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 Davao del Sur

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Davao del Sur, Philippines?

Davao City

In May Davao City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

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Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
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Weather conditions
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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.

Davao del Sur weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Davao del Sur, Philippines in May?

Expect mixed weather across Davao del Sur, Philippines in May. The popular destination of Davao City averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Davao del Sur, Philippines in May?

Average temperatures in Davao del Sur, Philippines during May range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Davao City.

Does Davao del Sur, Philippines get a lot of rain in May?

Rainfall in Davao del Sur, Philippines peaks during May. Davao City averages roughly 165 mm (6.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Davao del Sur, Philippines?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Davao del Sur, Philippines with overall good weather in Davao City. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, April provides good weather in Davao City. On the other hand, the weather in June tends to be less favorable.

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