If you plan to visit Davao in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +88°F during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 29 rainy days in the month and around 195 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
195 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
0 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
29 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Davao has OK weather in May.
Average temperature in Davao in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Davao for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in May is +90°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +93°F during the day and a minimum of +73°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +90°F.
Is Davao warm or cold in May?
Davao is typically hot in May.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +90°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +75°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
May is one of the warmest months in Davao, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Davao in May
Davao weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+90°F
+88°F
+86°F
Min. temperature
+70°F
+72°F
+72°F
Max. temperature
+95°F
+95°F
+93°F
Rainfall
92 mm
195 mm
234 mm
Wind
1 m/s
0 m/s
0 m/s
Humidity
80%
83%
85%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1009 HPa
1009 HPa
Sunny days
2
0
0
Cloudy days
6
1
1
Rainy days
22
29
29
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.It’s getting colder in May. From +90°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +88°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 92 mm to 195 mm.Humidity rises from 80% to 83%.Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 1 m/s to 0 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in April to 0 in May.
Wind speed in Davao in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Davao is gradually decreasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Davao based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 94% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 461 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 103 mm, which is considered heavy rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 29 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Davao wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 97% chance of precipitation and 249 mm of rainfall per day. March, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 71% chance of precipitation and 91 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Davao?
This is the weather in Davao in May 2023:
1 May
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+90°F
2 May
🌧️
+88°F
3 May
☁️
+85°F
4 May
🌧️
+90°F
5 May
🌧️
+89°F
6 May
🌧️
+88°F
7 May
🌧️
+90°F
8 May
☁️
+93°F
9 May
☁️
+93°F
10 May
☁️
+92°F
11 May
☁️
+90°F
12 May
🌧️
+90°F
13 May
☁️
+90°F
14 May
🌧️
+90°F
15 May
🌧️
+90°F
16 May
🌧️
+90°F
17 May
☁️
+91°F
18 May
🌧️
+88°F
19 May
🌧️
+88°F
20 May
🌧️
+87°F
21 May
🌧️
+87°F
22 May
🌧️
+89°F
23 May
🌧️
+90°F
24 May
🌧️
+86°F
25 May
🌧️
+83°F
26 May
☁️
+90°F
27 May
☁️
+87°F
28 May
☁️
+85°F
29 May
🌧️
+89°F
30 May
🌧️
+89°F
31 May
☁️
+89°F
In May 2023 Davao had 0 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 19 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 3 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Davao climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Davao in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1999 (+85°F) and the highest in 2016 (+89°F). The driest year was 1998 with only 1221 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3237 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Davao in May:
Is May a good time to visit Davao?
It’s always a good time to visit Davao, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Davao in May?
Absolutely, May is hot in Davao. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Davao rainy in May?
Davao is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Davao in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Davao in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Philippines
Check out the weather for other cities in Philippines.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Davao, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.