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May is a wet month in Same

Climate Overview

Same, Timor-Leste in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 26.3°C (79°F). Rain falls on about 18 days this month, totalling around 129 mm. Sea temperature reaches 28.7°C (84°F).

This month falls at the end of Autumn.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 27°C (81°F).

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

Expect around 9.5h of sunshine at the start of May, increasing to 10.5h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 27°C (81°F).

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
26°C / 22°C
Feels Like
30°C / 25°C
Rain
18 days · 129 mm
Sunshine
10.1h / day
Humidity
86% — Very Humid
Wind
10 km/h
Wind Direction
SE (125°)
Gusts
29 km/h
Daylight
11.7 h
Cloud Cover
66%
Clear Sky Days
0.2
UV Index
6.8 — High
Sea Temperature
29°C
Dew Point
21°C — Muggy
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Sunshine

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Sun Position
Sunrise 06:44
Daylight 11.7h
Sunset 18:26

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
Wet
Temp
29°C / 23°C
Feels Like
35°C / 27°C
Rain
27days (304 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
8.3 Very High
February
Wet
Temp
28°C / 22°C
Feels Like
35°C / 26°C
Rain
25days (311 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
9 Very High
March
Wet
Temp
28°C / 22°C
Feels Like
34°C / 26°C
Rain
26days (288 mm) Wet
Sun
9.8h Good
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
8.4 Very High
April
Fair
Temp
28°C / 22°C
Feels Like
33°C / 26°C
Rain
17days (136 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
7.9 Very High
May
Wet
Temp
26°C / 22°C
Feels Like
30°C / 25°C
Rain
18days (129 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
6.8 High
June
Good
Temp
25°C / 21°C
Feels Like
28°C / 24°C
Rain
14days (114 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
6.6 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 20°C
Feels Like
28°C / 22°C
Rain
11days (68 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
6.9 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 20°C
Feels Like
29°C / 22°C
Rain
4days (18 mm) Good
Sun
10.9h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
8.1 Very High
September best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 21°C
Feels Like
31°C / 23°C
Rain
6days (34 mm) Good
Sun
11h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
9.1 Very High
October
Good
Temp
30°C / 22°C
Feels Like
34°C / 25°C
Rain
6days (41 mm) Good
Sun
11.2h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
9.5 Very High
November
Fair
Temp
30°C / 23°C
Feels Like
35°C / 27°C
Rain
15days (124 mm) Wet
Sun
10.9h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
9.2 Very High
December
Wet
Temp
29°C / 23°C
Feels Like
35°C / 27°C
Rain
24days (292 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
8.3 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 29°C / 23°C 35°C / 27°C 27days (304 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 87% Very Muggy 8.3 Very High Wet View Details
February 28°C / 22°C 35°C / 26°C 25days (311 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 88% Very Muggy 9 Very High Wet View Details
March 28°C / 22°C 34°C / 26°C 26days (288 mm) Wet 9.8h Good 88% Very Muggy 8.4 Very High Wet View Details
April 28°C / 22°C 33°C / 26°C 17days (136 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 85% Humid 7.9 Very High Fair View Details
May 26°C / 22°C 30°C / 25°C 18days (129 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 86% Very Muggy 6.8 High Wet View Details
June 25°C / 21°C 28°C / 24°C 14days (114 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 85% Humid 6.6 High Good View Details
July best 25°C / 20°C 28°C / 22°C 11days (68 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 83% Humid 6.9 High Excellent View Details
August best 26°C / 20°C 29°C / 22°C 4days (18 mm) Good 10.9h Excellent 78% Humid 8.1 Very High Excellent View Details
September best 28°C / 21°C 31°C / 23°C 6days (34 mm) Good 11h Excellent 76% Humid 9.1 Very High Excellent View Details
October 30°C / 22°C 34°C / 25°C 6days (41 mm) Good 11.2h Excellent 74% Muggy 9.5 Very High Good View Details
November 30°C / 23°C 35°C / 27°C 15days (124 mm) Wet 10.9h Excellent 78% Humid 9.2 Very High Fair View Details
December 29°C / 23°C 35°C / 27°C 24days (292 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 85% Humid 8.3 Very 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 Same, with average highs of 26°C (79°F) and around 18 rainy days. Same, Timor-Leste in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 26.3°C (79°F). Rain falls on about 18 days this month
Same typically sees around 18 rainy days in May with 129 mm (5.1 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Same during May, around 22°C (71°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 22°C (71°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 Same. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Same during May is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Same gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 10 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Same during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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