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May is a wet month in Basak

Climate Overview

Basak, Philippines in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on about 29 days this month, totalling around 350 mm.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 26°C (79°F).

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 351 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 6th, averaging 26.4°C (80°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 0°C cooler with 5 more rainy days.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
26°C / 20°C
Feels Like
31°C / 23°C
Rain
29 days · 350 mm
Sunshine
9.2h / day
Humidity
87% — Very Humid
Wind
7 km/h
Wind Direction
E (98°)
Gusts
29 km/h
Daylight
12.5 h
Cloud Cover
87%
Clear Sky Days
0.2
UV Index
8.1 — Very High
Dew Point
21°C — Muggy
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

32°C 29°C 26°C 23°C 20°C 17°C 14°C 151015202531
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Daily Precipitation

0 mm 4 mm 8 mm 12 mm 16 mm 151015202531
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Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:24
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 17:53

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

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

Compare Months

January best
Wet
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
28°C / 21°C
Rain
25days (235 mm) Wet
Sun
8.3h Good
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
7.1 Very High
February best
Wet
Temp
25°C / 18°C
Feels Like
28°C / 21°C
Rain
20days (165 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
7.9 Very High
March best
Wet
Temp
26°C / 19°C
Feels Like
29°C / 21°C
Rain
23days (197 mm) Wet
Sun
9.9h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
9 Very High
April best
Wet
Temp
27°C / 19°C
Feels Like
30°C / 22°C
Rain
24days (190 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
9.3 Very High
May
Wet
Temp
26°C / 20°C
Feels Like
31°C / 23°C
Rain
29days (350 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
8.1 Very High
June
Wet
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
30°C / 22°C
Rain
29days (425 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
91% Very Muggy
UV
7.7 Very High
July
Wet
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
29°C / 22°C
Rain
29days (388 mm) Wet
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
6.9 High
August
Wet
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
29°C / 21°C
Rain
28days (366 mm) Wet
Sun
9h Good
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
7.8 Very High
September
Wet
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
30°C / 21°C
Rain
28days (392 mm) Wet
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
8 Very High
October
Wet
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
29°C / 22°C
Rain
30days (387 mm) Wet
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
91% Very Muggy
UV
8 Very High
November
Wet
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
29°C / 22°C
Rain
26days (226 mm) Wet
Sun
9h Good
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
7.6 Very High
December
Wet
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
28°C / 21°C
Rain
27days (267 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
6.9 High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January best 25°C / 19°C 28°C / 21°C 25days (235 mm) Wet 8.3h Good 89% Very Muggy 7.1 Very High Wet View Details
February best 25°C / 18°C 28°C / 21°C 20days (165 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 85% Humid 7.9 Very High Wet View Details
March best 26°C / 19°C 29°C / 21°C 23days (197 mm) Wet 9.9h Good 83% Humid 9 Very High Wet View Details
April best 27°C / 19°C 30°C / 22°C 24days (190 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 82% Humid 9.3 Very High Wet View Details
May 26°C / 20°C 31°C / 23°C 29days (350 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 87% Very Muggy 8.1 Very High Wet View Details
June 25°C / 19°C 30°C / 22°C 29days (425 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 91% Very Muggy 7.7 Very High Wet View Details
July 25°C / 19°C 29°C / 22°C 29days (388 mm) Wet 8.4h Good 90% Very Muggy 6.9 High Wet View Details
August 25°C / 19°C 29°C / 21°C 28days (366 mm) Wet 9h Good 90% Very Muggy 7.8 Very High Wet View Details
September 25°C / 19°C 30°C / 21°C 28days (392 mm) Wet 8.6h Good 90% Very Muggy 8 Very High Wet View Details
October 25°C / 19°C 29°C / 22°C 30days (387 mm) Wet 8.6h Good 91% Very Muggy 8 Very High Wet View Details
November 25°C / 19°C 29°C / 22°C 26days (226 mm) Wet 9h Good 90% Very Muggy 7.6 Very High Wet View Details
December 25°C / 19°C 28°C / 21°C 27days (267 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 90% Very Muggy 6.9 High Wet View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

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 Basak, with average highs of 26°C (79°F) and around 29 rainy days. Basak, Philippines in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on about 29 days this month,
Basak typically sees around 29 rainy days in May with 350 mm (13.8 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Basak during May, around 20°C (67°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 20°C (67°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 Basak. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Basak during May is 8 (very high). Strong sun protection is essential — SPF 50+, protective clothing, and avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during peak hours.
Basak gets approximately 13 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 9 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Basak during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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