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PhilippinesThe weather in May in Manila
It's hot in May in Manila with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 28°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Manila, Philippines. 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 38°C in 2014, Manila reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 30°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 203 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Manila
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Manila. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Manila | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 34°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 35°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 203 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 18 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Manila with hot temps, averaging around 35°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 35°C, with nights around 28°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Manila is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Manila, Philippines. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Manila
Temperature in May in Manila over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Manila, Philippines. 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 Manila
Total precipitation in May in Manila over the years
Daily UV index in May in Manila
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Manila, 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 Manila by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Manila. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.