May weather forecast
Micronesia

As the Micronesian year progresses into May, the climate continues its trajectory towards the warmer and wetter peak of the annual cycle. This transition becomes increasingly noticeable as the temperatures and rainfall steadily rise throughout this month.

The average temperatures during May continue to rise, ranging from 27°C (80.6°F) to 30°C (86°F). The northern outer islands, as well as Pohnpei and Kosrae, all experience this increase in temperature. The hotter conditions serve as a signal for the imminent onset of the peak warm period that characterizes the Micronesian summer.

In terms of rainfall, May typically sees a further increase compared to April. Average precipitation across the country ranges from 300mm (11.81") to 350mm (13.78"). As is characteristic, the island of Pohnpei often receives rainfall amounts that surpass the national average due to its specific geographical and climatic factors.

Compared to April, May exhibits a clear increase in both temperature and rainfall. This shift is especially evident as the month advances, heralding the arrival of the hotter and wetter season. Though the risk of typhoons remains relatively low in May, the frequency and intensity of rainfall generally escalate, marking the transition towards the typhoon season in the coming months.

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• Palikir - May »
  January through December, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Palikir, Micronesia. The months with the highest humidity are January through May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
• Weno - May »
  The months with the highest UV index in Weno are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. On the last day of the month, in Weno sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:06 +10.
• Kolonia - May »
  January through May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Kolonia, Micronesia. January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kolonia.
• Pingelap - May »
  On the first day of May in Pingelap, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:24. For any water activity, the surface water temperatures in the range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed excellent and incredibly pleasant for longer durations.
• Yap - May »
  An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity.
• Pohnpei - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Pohnpei is May, when 493mm (19.41") of precipitation is typically aggregated. The lowest level of Pohnpei's temperatures is noted during January through July and December, averaging a high-temperature of 30°C (86°F).
• Chuuk - May »
  The months with the warmest seawater in Chuuk are January, March through December, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F). In Chuuk, the warmest months are May, June, August through November, registering an average high-temperature of 30.7°C (87.3°F).
• Kosrae - May »
  The months with the coldest seawater in Kosrae are January through December, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F). January through December, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Kosrae.
• Bugol - May »
  For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable. On the last day of May, in Bugol, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 19:04 +10.
• Poluwat - May »
  For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable. In water activities such as swimming and diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed highly pleasurable for extended periods without any unease.
• Pulap - May »
  For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable. Swimming, diving, and other activities in water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are thought to be quite enjoyable and satisfying for extended periods, with no discomfort.
• Sorol - May »
  Swimming, diving, and other water activities in the temperature range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and comfortable for prolonged durations. May beams radiance in Sorol, Micronesia, as the sea temperature takes a further leap to 29.4°C (84.9°F).