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Luzon Weather in May

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

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Planning a trip to Luzon, Philippines this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Luzon in May

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Baguio at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Cabanatuan at 35°C (95°F). At night it cools down to 25°C (77°F) in Cabanatuan and 22°C (72°F) in Baguio. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Luzon, Philippines, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Parañaque with an average of 125 mm (4.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Baguio with 273 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Manila sees around 221 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Luzon in May

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

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 Luzon

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

Temperature range in Luzon (May)

Precipitation variation in Luzon (May)

Manila

In May Manila generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
261 hours
221 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
10 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Manila →

Angeles City

In May Angeles City generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
12 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Angeles City →

Tagaytay

In May Tagaytay 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 poor 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 sun hours
261 hours
221 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
328 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
11 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Tagaytay →

Baguio

In May Baguio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
273 mm (11 in)
368 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
17 days
21 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Baguio →

Puerto Galera

In May Puerto Galera 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 unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
300 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
12 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Puerto Galera →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manila 34°C (93°F) 27°C (81°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Tagaytay 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 227 mm (8.9 in)
Baguio 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 273 mm (11 in)
Angeles City 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Puerto Galera 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)
Olongapo 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 204 mm (8 in)

Luzon weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Luzon, Philippines typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Manila average around 34°C (93°F), and temperatures drop to about 27°C (81°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Manila peak at roughly 34°C (93°F) in May, dropping to about 27°C (81°F) overnight.

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

Luzon, Philippines sees substantial rainfall in May. Manila typically averages about 129 mm (5.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Luzon, Philippines?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Manila, May may not be the ideal time to visit Luzon, Philippines.

Generally speaking, February provides pleasant weather in Manila. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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