Philippines Weather in May: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
In May, the Philippines experiences hot and humid weather, with frequent rainfall in most areas. The average temperature is around 30.2°C (86.3°F), with highs reaching 33.8°C (92.8°F) and lows dropping to 27.2°C (81.0°F). It feels even hotter, with an average heat index of 36.3°C (97.3°F) and a maximum heat index of 42.4°C (108.2°F). May is part of the transition period between the northeast monsoon (locally known as Amihan) and the southwest monsoon (locally known as Habagat), which brings a shift in wind patterns and weather conditions. The southwest monsoon starts to establish itself in the latter half of May, bringing increased chances of rain and thunderstorms, especially in western and central regions. The eastern parts of the country, such as the islands of Samar and Leyte, tend to be drier during this time. Overall, the Philippines in May has a high average precipitation of 5.25 mm (83.9%) over 7.5 days, with rain being the most common type of precipitation. Travelers can expect around 16 days of sunshine, with an average daily duration of 9.5 hours.
What is the temperature in Philippines in May?
Average air temperature in Philippines is 30.2°C (86.3°F) in May. The outside temperature in Philippines feels like 36.3°C (97.3°F) on a typical May day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 33.8°C (92.8°F) and feels like 42.4°C (108.2°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 27.2°C (81°F) which feels like 30.3°C (86.6°F).
How hot is Philippines in May?
The hot temperature in May in Philippines rises to 37°C (98.6°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 74.3% humidity. During hottest days of May it feels like 46 °C (114.8°F). The average maximum temp in Philippines is 33.8°C (114.8°F) during day time in May.
How cold is Philippines in May?
The coldest temp in Philippines in May drops to 24.4°C (75.9°F) during the cold nights. With 23.8km/h (14.8mph) winds and 74.3% humidity it feels like 24.4°C (75.9°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 27.2°C (81°F) during night time in May.
Does it rain in Philippines in May?
Yes, it rains for 28 days in Philippines in May averaging 5.25 mm of precipitation. Philippines has a 83.9% chance for rain throughout the entire month of May.
How much does it rain in Philippines throughout May?
Philippines has 5.25 mm (0.21 inch) of rain per day on average in May. It rains for an average of 28 days out of the entire month.
Is Philippines windy in May?
The average speed of wind in Philippines during May is 23.8km/h (14.8mph) and average windgust is 26.9km/h (16.7mph). On some days in May wind can reach up to 37.1km/h (23.1mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Philippines in May?
Most days of May the wind is blowing from South direction in Philippines.
What are the humidity levels in Philippines in May?
The average humidity levels in Philippines in May are 74.3%. Daily humidity levels in Philippines range from 59.4% to 83.5% during May.
How many hours of daylight are in Philippines in May?
Philippines has 12 hours 48 minutes of daylight in May on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Philippines in May is at 5:28:52 and the sunset is at 18:16:56.
What is the cloud coverage in Philippines in May?
Clouds cover 64.9% of the sky on average throughout May in Philippines. The cloud coverage ranges from 32% to 87.3% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in May in Philippines?
The average UV index in Philippines is 6.7 in May. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 4 to 8.
What is the solar radiation in Philippines in May?
The average solar radiation is 173.3 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Philippines during May. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 94.2 W/m2 to 237 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during May in Philippines?
The average solar energy during May in Philippines is 15 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 8.2 MJ/m2, to 20.5 MJ/m2 during May.
Are there severe weather risks in Philippines in May?
Yes, there is a 33.4% risk for severe weather in Philippines in May.
What is the air pressure in Philippines in May?
On average the air pressure in Philippines in May is 1009.1 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1003.7 mb to 1012.6 mb.
What is the visibility in Philippines in May?
The average daylight visibility in Philippines in May is 9.5 km (5.9 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 7.2 km (4.5 miles) to 10.6 km (6.6 miles) throughout May.
What is the dew point in Philippines in May?
The average dew point in Philippines during May is 24.9°C (76.9°F).
Where is the data for Philippines climate in May coming from?
The climate data for Philippines in May is collected from the following weather stations.
- MANILA, RP
- SANGLEY POINT AB, RP
- NINOY AQUINO INTERNATIONAL, RP
- SCIENCE GARDEN, RP
- AMBULONG, RP
- TANAY, RP
- INFANTA, RP
- C6BR3 (maritime)
- C6CX3 (maritime)
- EW0758 Caloocan City PH
- FW0027 Paranaque PH
- FW9028 Sucat PH
- RPLL