Weather in Philippines for May 2027
In general, the average temperature in Philippines at the beginning of May is 34.5 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 32.4 °C by the end of May.
Philippines in May brings notable rainfall, with an average of 16 rainy days and a total precipitation of 150.2 mm.
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Philippines Weather May
What’s the Weather Like in Philippines This May?
Temperatures trend during May in Philippines
May weather in Philippines day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May |  Sunny | 35° /26° | 0.3 mm | 9 | |
| 2 May | Sunny | 35° /27° | 0.1 mm | 9 | |
| 3 May | Sunny | 34° /27° | 0.4 mm | 9 | |
| 4 May |  Patchy rain possible | 34° /27° | 0.2 mm | 8 | |
| 5 May |  Light rain | 34° /26° | 2.8 mm | 9 | |
| 6 May | Patchy rain possible | 34° /27° | 1.6 mm | 9 | |
| 7 May | Sunny | 35° /26° | 0.3 mm | 9 | |
| 8 May | Patchy rain possible | 34° /27° | 1.5 mm | 8 | |
| 9 May | Patchy rain possible | 35° /27° | 2.3 mm | 9 | |
| 10 May | Light rain | 34° /27° | 3.4 mm | 8 | |
| 11 May |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 34° /27° | 8.4 mm | 9 | |
| 12 May | Light rain | 35° /27° | 4.7 mm | 9 | |
| 13 May | Light rain | 34° /27° | 5.5 mm | 8 | |
| 14 May | Patchy rain possible | 34° /27° | 2 mm | 8 | |
| 15 May | Light rain | 34° /27° | 9.4 mm | 7 | |
| 16 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 33° /27° | 7.7 mm | 7 | |
| 17 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 34° /27° | 7.8 mm | 8 | |
| 18 May |  Moderate rain | 33° /27° | 10.6 mm | 8 | |
| 19 May | Light rain | 32° /26° | 7.6 mm | 7 | |
| 20 May | Light rain | 33° /27° | 6.8 mm | 8 | |
| 21 May | Light rain | 33° /27° | 2.9 mm | 8 | |
| 22 May | Light rain | 33° /27° | 4.9 mm | 8 | |
| 23 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 34° /27° | 6.3 mm | 8 | |
| 24 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 34° /27° | 6.1 mm | 8 | |
| 25 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 34° /27° | 5.6 mm | 8 | |
| 26 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 33° /27° | 5.3 mm | 8 | |
| 27 May | Light rain | 33° /27° | 3.7 mm | 8 | |
| 28 May | Light rain | 32° /27° | 9.1 mm | 7 | |
| 29 May | Light rain | 32° /27° | 4.6 mm | 8 | |
| 30 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 32° /26° | 8.3 mm | 7 | |
| 31 May | Moderate rain | 31° /27° | 10 mm | 7 | |
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Guide for Philippines in May
In the Philippines, May marks the transition from the dry season to the onset of the southwest monsoon, also known as the "habagat." At the beginning of the month, the weather in the Philippines is generally warm and dry, with temperatures ranging from 28° to 34° in the lowlands and slightly cooler temperatures in the highlands.
However, as the month progresses, the southwest monsoon brings increased cloud cover and precipitation to the western parts of the country, particularly in the regions of Luzon and Visayas. This can result in occasional heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, especially in the afternoons and evenings.
By the end of May, the temperatures may slightly decrease due to the cloud cover and rainfall, with the lowlands experiencing temperatures around 26° to 32°. The eastern parts of the country, such as Mindanao, generally remain drier and experience more stable weather conditions during this time.
Travelers should be prepared for the possibility of sudden rain showers and thunderstorms, especially if visiting the western regions of the Philippines during this period.