The weather in May in Vanuatu
It's warm in May in Vanuatu with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°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 Vanuatu. 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 31°C in 2023, Vanuatu reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 243 mm of precipitation, spread over 22 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Vanuatu
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Vanuatu. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Vanuatu | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 243 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 22 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Vanuatu with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 23°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Vanuatu is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°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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The climate in Vanuatu is based on weather data from Port-Vila. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Vanuatu to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Vanuatu. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Vanuatu
Temperature in May in Vanuatu over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Vanuatu. 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 Vanuatu
Total precipitation in May in Vanuatu over the years
Daily UV index in May in Vanuatu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Vanuatu, 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 Vanuatu by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Vanuatu. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.