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May is a wet month in Mayo

Climate Overview

Mayo, Philippines in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 29.1°C (84°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain falls on about 27 days this month, totalling around 231 mm. Sea temperature reaches 29.7°C (85°F).

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 29°C (84°F).

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 232 mm across the month.

Expect around 9.5h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 10.3h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 6th, averaging 29.3°C (85°F).

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

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
29°C / 26°C
Feels Like
36°C / 31°C
Rain
27 days · 231 mm
Sunshine
10h / day
Humidity
87% — Very Muggy
Wind
12 km/h
Wind Direction
ESE (102°)
Gusts
26 km/h
Daylight
12.4 h
Cloud Cover
78%
Clear Sky Days
0
UV Index
8.4 — Very High
Sea Temperature
30°C
Dew Point
25°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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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:19
Daylight 12.4h
Sunset 17:46

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. 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
Wet
Temp
28°C / 25°C
Feels Like
34°C / 30°C
Rain
22days (242 mm) Wet
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
7.3 Very High
February best
Fair
Temp
28°C / 25°C
Feels Like
34°C / 29°C
Rain
17days (132 mm) Wet
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
7.7 Very High
March
Poor
Temp
29°C / 25°C
Feels Like
35°C / 30°C
Rain
15days (110 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
8.9 Very High
April
Poor
Temp
29°C / 26°C
Feels Like
36°C / 31°C
Rain
16days (130 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
8.7 Very High
May
Wet
Temp
29°C / 26°C
Feels Like
36°C / 31°C
Rain
27days (231 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
8.4 Very High
June
Wet
Temp
29°C / 26°C
Feels Like
36°C / 31°C
Rain
29days (253 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
7.6 Very High
July
Wet
Temp
29°C / 26°C
Feels Like
35°C / 31°C
Rain
29days (280 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
7.5 Very High
August
Wet
Temp
29°C / 26°C
Feels Like
35°C / 31°C
Rain
28days (260 mm) Wet
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
8.1 Very High
September
Wet
Temp
29°C / 26°C
Feels Like
36°C / 31°C
Rain
26days (228 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
8.5 Very High
October
Wet
Temp
29°C / 26°C
Feels Like
36°C / 31°C
Rain
28days (279 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
8.3 Very High
November
Wet
Temp
29°C / 26°C
Feels Like
36°C / 31°C
Rain
25days (205 mm) Wet
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
7.9 Very High
December
Wet
Temp
29°C / 25°C
Feels Like
35°C / 31°C
Rain
23days (237 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
6.8 High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 28°C / 25°C 34°C / 30°C 22days (242 mm) Wet 8.9h Good 86% Very Muggy 7.3 Very High Wet View Details
February best 28°C / 25°C 34°C / 29°C 17days (132 mm) Wet 9.5h Good 84% Humid 7.7 Very High Fair View Details
March 29°C / 25°C 35°C / 30°C 15days (110 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 83% Humid 8.9 Very High Poor View Details
April 29°C / 26°C 36°C / 31°C 16days (130 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 83% Humid 8.7 Very High Poor View Details
May 29°C / 26°C 36°C / 31°C 27days (231 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 87% Very Muggy 8.4 Very High Wet View Details
June 29°C / 26°C 36°C / 31°C 29days (253 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 88% Very Muggy 7.6 Very High Wet View Details
July 29°C / 26°C 35°C / 31°C 29days (280 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 88% Very Muggy 7.5 Very High Wet View Details
August 29°C / 26°C 35°C / 31°C 28days (260 mm) Wet 9.8h Good 88% Very Muggy 8.1 Very High Wet View Details
September 29°C / 26°C 36°C / 31°C 26days (228 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 87% Very Muggy 8.5 Very High Wet View Details
October 29°C / 26°C 36°C / 31°C 28days (279 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 87% Very Muggy 8.3 Very High Wet View Details
November 29°C / 26°C 36°C / 31°C 25days (205 mm) Wet 9.5h Good 87% Very Muggy 7.9 Very High Wet View Details
December 29°C / 25°C 35°C / 31°C 23days (237 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 87% Very Muggy 6.8 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 Mayo, with average highs of 29°C (84°F) and around 27 rainy days. Mayo, Philippines in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 29.1°C (84°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the da
Mayo typically sees around 27 rainy days in May with 231 mm (9.1 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Mayo during May, around 26°C (78°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 26°C (78°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 Mayo. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Mayo during May is 8 (very high). Strong sun protection is essential — SPF 50+, protective clothing, and avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during peak hours.
Mayo gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Mayo during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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