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May is a poor month in Calamba

Climate Overview

Calamba, Philippines in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 32.8°C (91°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain falls on about 17 days this month, totalling around 171 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 33°C (91°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

Expect around 11.5h of sunshine at the start of May, decreasing to 10.7h by the end.

Wind speeds ease off through the month, from 16 km/h (10 mph) to 12 km/h (7 mph).

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 33.4°C (92°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 0°C cooler with 11 more rainy days.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
33°C / 26°C
Feels Like
39°C / 32°C
Rain
17 days · 171 mm
Sunshine
11h / day
Humidity
79% — Muggy
Wind
13 km/h
Wind Direction
ESE (104°)
Gusts
29 km/h
Daylight
12.8 h
Cloud Cover
66%
Clear Sky Days
1.7
UV Index
8.1 — 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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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:30
Daylight 12.8h
Sunset 18:16

What to Expect

With midday temperatures reaching 33°C (91°F), schedule outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon. Evenings remain warm enough for comfortable outdoor dining and night markets. 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
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 23°C
Feels Like
31°C / 27°C
Rain
9days (82 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
6.4 High
February best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 23°C
Feels Like
32°C / 26°C
Rain
5days (37 mm) Good
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
7.3 Very High
March
Fair
Temp
31°C / 24°C
Feels Like
35°C / 28°C
Rain
4days (19 mm) Good
Sun
11h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
8.3 Very High
April
Poor
Temp
33°C / 25°C
Feels Like
37°C / 30°C
Rain
6days (28 mm) Good
Sun
11.4h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
8.8 Very High
May
Poor
Temp
33°C / 26°C
Feels Like
39°C / 32°C
Rain
17days (171 mm) Wet
Sun
11h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
8.1 Very High
June
Wet
Temp
31°C / 26°C
Feels Like
38°C / 32°C
Rain
27days (274 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
8.1 Very High
July
Wet
Temp
30°C / 25°C
Feels Like
36°C / 31°C
Rain
30days (384 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
7.4 Very High
August
Wet
Temp
30°C / 25°C
Feels Like
36°C / 31°C
Rain
29days (333 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
7.9 Very High
September
Wet
Temp
30°C / 25°C
Feels Like
36°C / 31°C
Rain
26days (313 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
7.4 Very High
October
Wet
Temp
30°C / 25°C
Feels Like
36°C / 30°C
Rain
22days (245 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
7.1 Very High
November
Fair
Temp
29°C / 25°C
Feels Like
34°C / 30°C
Rain
14days (136 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
6.6 High
December
Wet
Temp
29°C / 24°C
Feels Like
32°C / 28°C
Rain
14days (194 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
5.8 High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January best 28°C / 23°C 31°C / 27°C 9days (82 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 82% Humid 6.4 High Excellent View Details
February best 29°C / 23°C 32°C / 26°C 5days (37 mm) Good 10h Excellent 80% Humid 7.3 Very High Excellent View Details
March 31°C / 24°C 35°C / 28°C 4days (19 mm) Good 11h Excellent 77% Humid 8.3 Very High Fair View Details
April 33°C / 25°C 37°C / 30°C 6days (28 mm) Good 11.4h Excellent 75% Muggy 8.8 Very High Poor View Details
May 33°C / 26°C 39°C / 32°C 17days (171 mm) Wet 11h Excellent 79% Humid 8.1 Very High Poor View Details
June 31°C / 26°C 38°C / 32°C 27days (274 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 86% Very Muggy 8.1 Very High Wet View Details
July 30°C / 25°C 36°C / 31°C 30days (384 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 88% Very Muggy 7.4 Very High Wet View Details
August 30°C / 25°C 36°C / 31°C 29days (333 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 88% Very Muggy 7.9 Very High Wet View Details
September 30°C / 25°C 36°C / 31°C 26days (313 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 88% Very Muggy 7.4 Very High Wet View Details
October 30°C / 25°C 36°C / 30°C 22days (245 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 87% Very Muggy 7.1 Very High Wet View Details
November 29°C / 25°C 34°C / 30°C 14days (136 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 85% Humid 6.6 High Fair View Details
December 29°C / 24°C 32°C / 28°C 14days (194 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 85% Humid 5.8 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 poor for visiting Calamba, with average highs of 33°C (91°F) and around 17 rainy days. Calamba, Philippines in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 32.8°C (91°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the
Calamba typically sees around 17 rainy days in May with 171 mm (6.7 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Calamba during May, around 26°C (79°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 26°C (79°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 Calamba. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Calamba during May is 8 (very high). Strong sun protection is essential — SPF 50+, protective clothing, and avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during peak hours.
Calamba gets approximately 13 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 11 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Calamba during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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