May weather forecastBora Bora, French Polynesia

White sandy beach in Bora Bora, French Polynesia on the Pacific OceanWhite sandy beach in Bora Bora, French Polynesia on the Pacific Ocean

May

Weather in May

May marks a noteworthy shift in the weather of Bora as rainfall decreases significantly to 130mm (5.12"), making the island more inviting for those with aversion to heavy precipitation. Consequently, the landscape exudes a refreshing ambiance. The sea shows a slight decline in its temperature but continues offering favourable conditions for water activities, such as diving, sailing, and swimming. Even though daylight hours slightly decrease, the pleasant weather coupled with consistent temperatures promise many rewarding moments for visitors.

Temperature

Bora's weather in May displays an average high-temperature of a warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), showing minor disparity from April's 30.3°C (86.5°F). Bora notes a steady average temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) during the nights of May.

Rainfall

In Bora, French Polynesia, in May, 130mm (5.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, 1882mm (74.09") of rain is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Bora, French Polynesia, in May, the average water temperature is 28.2°C (82.8°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) offer outstanding conditions for any water activity, providing extreme pleasure for extended periods.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Bora is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:41 -10.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Bora is 7.2h.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in May, in Bora, is 29.5°C (85.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 25.1°C (77.2°F).

During May, Bora regularly aggregates up to 130mm (5.12") of precipitation.

In May, the average sea temperature in Bora, French Polynesia, is 28.2°C (82.8°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

In Bora, the average day length in May is 11h and 20min.

On the first day of May in Bora, French Polynesia, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:41 -10.

The average sunshine duration in May in Bora, French Polynesia, is 7.2h.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average sea temperature
Average sunshine

Average temperature in May
Bora Bora, French Polynesia

  • Average high temperature in May: 29.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (25.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (23.8°C).

Average rainfall in May
Bora Bora, French Polynesia

  • Average rainfall in May: 129.8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (280.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (59.7mm).

Average sea temperature in May
Bora Bora, French Polynesia

  • Average sea temperature in May: 28.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August and September (26.8°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Bora Bora, French Polynesia

  • Average daylight in May: 11h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).