French PolynesiaThe weather in May in Bora Bora
It's hot in May in Bora Bora with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 27°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Bora Bora. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Bora Bora, French Polynesia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2017, Bora Bora reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Bora Bora is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 105 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in May for Bora Bora
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bora Bora. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Bora Bora | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 105 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Bora Bora with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 27°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Bora Bora is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Bora Bora, French Polynesia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Bora Bora
Temperature in May in Bora Bora over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Bora Bora, French Polynesia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Bora Bora
Total precipitation in May in Bora Bora over the years
Daily UV index in May in Bora Bora
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Bora Bora, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Bora Bora by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bora Bora. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.