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Salelologa Weather in May

May in Salelologa typically sees daytime highs of 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows of 25°C (77°F). May falls within the rainy season, so heavy rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Salelologa in May

As part of the rainy season, Salelologa sees around 17 days of rain in May, with an average of 180 mm (7.1 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Salelologa in May

Daytime highs in Salelologa in May reach 28°C (82°F), with nights around 25°C (77°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 25°C (77°F), evenings and nights remain warm. Light clothing and an open window or fan can help you sleep comfortably.

Sunshine in Salelologa in May

With approximately 195 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Salelologa.

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Salelologa Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C (77°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C (82°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 180 mm (7.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 195 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Apia, Samoa (48 KM, 29 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

41-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Salelologa typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).

Average temperatures in May

Historical weather for Salelologa in May

Browse day-by-day weather records for Salelologa spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Salelologa historical weather extremes in May

Based on weather observations in Salelologa between 2016 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.

  • The warmest day in May was on May 1, 2023, with a maximum of 35°C (95°F).
  • The coldest May day was on May 19, 2026, with a maximum of 26°C (79°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to 21°C (70°F) on May 30, 2026, marking the coldest May night on record.
  • Peak precipitation in May occurred on May 1, 2017, when 91 mm (3.6 in) of precipitation was measured.

Best Places in Samoa in May

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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).

What to Wear in Salelologa in May

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Salelologa in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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