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May is a wet month in Basa

Climate Overview

Basa, Philippines in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 31°C (88°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain falls on about 26 days this month, totalling around 265 mm.

This month falls at the end of Spring. The combination of heat and frequent rain creates tropical monsoon conditions.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 31°C (88°F).

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 264 mm across the month.

Expect around 9.1h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 9.7h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 22th, averaging 31.6°C (89°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 1°C warmer with 5 more rainy days.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
31°C / 25°C
Feels Like
39°C / 31°C
Rain
26 days · 265 mm
Sunshine
9.6h / day
Humidity
87% — Very Muggy
Wind
9 km/h
Wind Direction
NE (44°)
Gusts
25 km/h
Daylight
12.5 h
Cloud Cover
79%
Clear Sky Days
0.2
UV Index
7.9 — Very High
Dew Point
26°C — Oppressive
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:19
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 17:48

What to Expect

Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Rain most often builds later in the day, so mornings are typically the driest window and afternoon showers are more likely.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January best
Wet
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
34°C / 29°C
Rain
26days (364 mm) Wet
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
6.7 High
February best
Wet
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
34°C / 29°C
Rain
24days (237 mm) Wet
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
7.1 Very High
March
Wet
Temp
30°C / 24°C
Feels Like
36°C / 29°C
Rain
22days (178 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
8.8 Very High
April
Wet
Temp
31°C / 25°C
Feels Like
37°C / 30°C
Rain
21days (159 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
8.7 Very High
May
Wet
Temp
31°C / 25°C
Feels Like
39°C / 31°C
Rain
26days (265 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
7.9 Very High
June
Wet
Temp
31°C / 25°C
Feels Like
38°C / 31°C
Rain
25days (247 mm) Wet
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
7.6 Very High
July
Wet
Temp
31°C / 25°C
Feels Like
38°C / 30°C
Rain
20days (204 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
7.3 Very High
August
Wet
Temp
32°C / 25°C
Feels Like
38°C / 30°C
Rain
19days (197 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
8 Very High
September
Wet
Temp
32°C / 25°C
Feels Like
39°C / 30°C
Rain
19days (199 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
8.3 Very High
October
Wet
Temp
31°C / 25°C
Feels Like
38°C / 30°C
Rain
24days (222 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
8 Very High
November
Wet
Temp
30°C / 25°C
Feels Like
37°C / 30°C
Rain
25days (252 mm) Wet
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
7.2 Very High
December
Wet
Temp
30°C / 24°C
Feels Like
36°C / 30°C
Rain
27days (315 mm) Wet
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
6.4 High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January best 29°C / 24°C 34°C / 29°C 26days (364 mm) Wet 7.9h Good 89% Very Muggy 6.7 High Wet View Details
February best 29°C / 24°C 34°C / 29°C 24days (237 mm) Wet 8.6h Good 87% Very Muggy 7.1 Very High Wet View Details
March 30°C / 24°C 36°C / 29°C 22days (178 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 86% Very Muggy 8.8 Very High Wet View Details
April 31°C / 25°C 37°C / 30°C 21days (159 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 86% Very Muggy 8.7 Very High Wet View Details
May 31°C / 25°C 39°C / 31°C 26days (265 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 87% Very Muggy 7.9 Very High Wet View Details
June 31°C / 25°C 38°C / 31°C 25days (247 mm) Wet 9.5h Good 87% Very Muggy 7.6 Very High Wet View Details
July 31°C / 25°C 38°C / 30°C 20days (204 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 85% Humid 7.3 Very High Wet View Details
August 32°C / 25°C 38°C / 30°C 19days (197 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 83% Humid 8 Very High Wet View Details
September 32°C / 25°C 39°C / 30°C 19days (199 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 84% Humid 8.3 Very High Wet View Details
October 31°C / 25°C 38°C / 30°C 24days (222 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 86% Very Muggy 8 Very High Wet View Details
November 30°C / 25°C 37°C / 30°C 25days (252 mm) Wet 8.6h Good 88% Very Muggy 7.2 Very High Wet View Details
December 30°C / 24°C 36°C / 30°C 27days (315 mm) Wet 8.4h Good 89% Very Muggy 6.4 High Wet View Details

What to Wear

Light, breathable fabrics like cotton and linen are essential. Opt for loose-fitting clothing in light colors to stay cool.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

UmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoesBreathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglasses

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically wet for visiting Basa, with average highs of 31°C (88°F) and around 26 rainy days. Basa, Philippines in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 31°C (88°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day.
Basa typically sees around 26 rainy days in May with 265 mm (10.4 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Basa during May, around 25°C (77°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) in May, we recommend: Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Basa. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Basa during May is 8 (very high). Strong sun protection is essential — SPF 50+, protective clothing, and avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during peak hours.
Basa gets approximately 13 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Basa during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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