May weather forecastPohnpei, Micronesia

May

Weather in May

May weather in Pohnpei maintains its tropical consistency with April, with an apparent hike in rainfall. Warm temperatures continue to rule, ensuring a predictable climate for residents and visitors. May observes the year's highest rainfall, increasing slightly to a monthly total of 493mm (19.41"). Sea temperatures slightly drop but remain warm, encouraging water-related activities. The increased rainfall, coupled with the ample daylight hours, fuel the island's burgeoning vegetation.

Temperature

The coldest months in Pohnpei are January through July and December, with an average high-temperature of 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall, with 493mm (19.41") of accumulated precipitation.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 29.2°C (84.6°F).
Note: 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.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Pohnpei is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:39 +11.

Updated: Feb 1, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The lowest level of Pohnpei's temperatures is noted during January through July and December, averaging a high-temperature of 30°C (86°F).

In May, in Pohnpei, the average high-temperature is 30°C (86°F), and the average low-temperature is 23°C (73.4°F).

The month with the most rainfall in Pohnpei, Micronesia, is May, when 493mm (19.41") of precipitation is typically aggregated.

During May, Pohnpei regularly aggregates up to 493mm (19.41") of precipitation.

In Pohnpei, Micronesia, the average seawater temperature in May is 29.2°C (84.6°F). 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.

The average day length in May is 12h and 26min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, in Pohnpei, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:39 +11.

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Average temperature in May
Pohnpei, Micronesia

Average high temperature in May: 30°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August, September, October and November (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (30°C).

Average low temperature in May: 23°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and March (24°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July, August, September and October (22°C).

Average rainfall in May
Pohnpei, Micronesia

Average rainfall in May: 493mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (493mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (259mm).

Average sea temperature in May
Pohnpei, Micronesia

Average sea temperature in May: 29.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is November (29.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (28.8°C).

Average daylight in May
Pohnpei, Micronesia

Average daylight in May: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).