Zamboanga del Norte Weather in May

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

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Dipolog

Planning a getaway to Zamboanga del Norte, 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 Zamboanga del Norte in May

Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines is a region in Philippines. May in Zamboanga del Norte 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 26°C (79°F) in Dipolog. 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 specific regional insights in Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 190 mm (7.5 in) in Dipolog.

Explore Zamboanga del Norte by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Zamboanga del Norte — and find the best time to visit. (based on Dipolog)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April30°C (86°F) May31°C (88°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Zamboanga del Norte in May

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

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 Zamboanga del Norte

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines?

Dipolog

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

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Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
263 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
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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.

Zamboanga del Norte weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines in May?

Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Dipolog average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines in May?

In Dipolog, the average daytime high in May is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

Does Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Dipolog records an average of 190 mm (7.5 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines due to the typically unpleasant weather in Dipolog.

On average, the best time to visit Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines is in January, February and March with generally pleasant weather in Dipolog. The weather in May, June, July, August, September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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