May weather forecast
Vanuatu

May in Vanuatu marks the end of autumn and the beginning of the winter season. This transition is characterized by milder temperatures and a further decrease in rainfall. Average temperatures in May tend to range between 20°C (68°F) to 28°C (82.4°F), making it one of the cooler months in Vanuatu's calendar year.

In the capital city, Port Vila, the average temperature in May sits around 23°C (73.4°F). With the decreased humidity, these temperatures are quite comfortable for both locals and tourists. The city sees a substantial reduction in rainfall compared to April, marking the shift to the dry season.

Espiritu Santo follows a similar climatic pattern, with average temperatures ranging from 21°C (69.8°F) to 29°C (84.2°F). The decrease in rainfall aligns with the national trend, setting the stage for the drier conditions characteristic of the incoming winter season.

The influence of the Tropical Monsoon climate is minimal in May, with a significant reduction in rainfall and virtually no risk of cyclones. As Vanuatu moves into June, expect further reduction in both temperatures and rainfall, reflecting the full onset of the country's winter season. May thus serves as a transitional month, bridging the mild conditions of autumn with the cooler and drier climate of winter.

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• Port Vila - May »
  In Port Vila in May, during 9 rainfall days, 244mm (9.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Port Vila, in May, during 9 rainfall days, 244mm (9.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Norsup - May »
  Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) provides warmth and pleasure, making water activities enjoyable for lengthened periods without feeling uncomfortable. 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.
• Port Olry - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Port Olry, Vanuatu, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:28 +11. May in Port Olry sees a slight dip to an average low temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) from the daytime highs.
• Isangel - May »
  A water temperature from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is considered very warm and enjoyable, allowing water activities to be pleasant for extended periods without irritation. On the last day of May, in Isangel, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:11 +11.
• Lenakel - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Lenakel sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:11 +11. January, May, July through September, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Lenakel, Vanuatu.
• Luganville - May »
  On the first day of May in Luganville sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:34. 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.
• Lamap - May »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Lamap are January, May, July through September, with an average relative humidity of 77%. On the last day of the month, in Lamap, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:23 +11.
• Sola - May »
  In Sola in May, during 24.8 rainfall days, 164mm (6.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of May in Sola sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:35.
• Lakatoro - May »
  On the first day of May in Lakatoro sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:33. The months with the lowest UV index in Lakatoro, Vanuatu, are January, May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
• Tanna - May »
  On the first day of May in Tanna, Vanuatu, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:21. In Tanna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 213 days and collects up to 2435mm (95.87") of precipitation.
• Espiritu Santo - May »
  In Espiritu Santo in May, during 18 rainfall days, 217mm (8.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Espiritu Santo in May, the average water temperature is 28°C (82.4°F).
• Bunlap - May »
  On the first day of May in Bunlap sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:29. In Bunlap, Vanuatu, during May, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 209mm (8.23") of precipitation.