May weather forecastDumaguete, Philippines

May

Weather in May

May sees the highest sea temperature of 29.1°C (84.4°F), inviting locals and tourists alike to cool off in the water. However, negligible deviations in other weather parameters keep May in the same bracket as its preceding months. The increase in rainfall is an early indication of the forthcoming monsoon. This sudden surge in precipitational activity aligns itself with the advent of the global monsoon period. Longer daylight hours further supplement the overall diverse weather conditions that May brings.

Temperature

May and August mark Dumaguete's peak of temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F).

Rainfall

In Dumaguete, in May, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, 807mm (31.77") of rain is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Dumaguete, in May, the average water temperature is 29.1°C (84.4°F).
Note: Water temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, making swimming, diving, and similar water activities pleasurable for extended periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Dumaguete is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of May in Dumaguete, Philippines, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 5:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 6:03 pm PST.

Updated: Feb 7, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Dumaguete's peak temperatures tend to occur in May and August, with an average high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F).

An average high-temperature, in May, in Dumaguete, is 32°C (89.6°F) and the average low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F).

During May, Dumaguete regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

In May, the average sea temperature in Dumaguete, Philippines, is 29.1°C (84.4°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 in Dumaguete is 12h and 33min.

On the first day of May in Dumaguete, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 5:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 6:03 pm PST.

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Average temperature in May
Dumaguete, Philippines

Average high temperature in May: 32°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and August (32°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (29°C).

Average low temperature in May: 26°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February, July, August and September (24°C).

Average rainfall in May
Dumaguete, Philippines

Average rainfall in May: 56.9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (109.5mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23.9mm).

Average sea temperature in May
Dumaguete, Philippines

Average sea temperature in May: 29.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is June (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (26.7°C).

Average daylight in May
Dumaguete, Philippines

Average daylight in May: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).