PhilippinesAverage weather for General Santos in May
It's hot in May in General Santos 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 24°C and 25°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in General Santos with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 25°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in General Santos is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In May, there is an average of 301 mm of precipitation, spread over 28 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
General Santos in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
30°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
301 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
28 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit General Santos?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in General Santos. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The typhoon season in General Santos runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2016, General Santos reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 29°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in General Santos
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for General Santos, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in General Santos
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for General Santos, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 28 days of precipitation in General Santos.
Daily UV index in May in General Santos
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in General Santos, 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.
Temperature in May in General Santos over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in General Santos, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in General Santos over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in General Santos, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for General Santos
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Average weather in General Santos by month
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