Manila weather in May
May in Manila: sweltering, rainy, with very humid — a good time to visit.
#7 of 12 months in Manila · #521 of 604 destinations to visit in May · comfort 62/100 (tier C)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Manila climate normals — May
| Daytime high | 32°C / 90°F | 🔥 sweltering |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 27°C / 80°F | |
| Feels like (high) | 38°C / 100°F | |
| Rainfall | 127 mm / 5 in | 🌧 rainy |
| Rainy days | 16 days | |
| Humidity | 77% | 💦 very humid |
| Dew point | 24°C / 75°F | |
| Sunshine | 10.8 h/day | |
| Daylight | 12.8 h | |
| Wind | 14 km/h / 9 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 71 | 🙂 moderate |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Manila in May — FAQ
- Is May a good time to visit Manila?
- May in Manila: sweltering, rainy, with very humid — a good time to visit. It ranks #7 of 12 months for Manila on SeasonMap's comfort score (62/100).
- What is the weather like in Manila in May?
- In May, Manila averages a daily high of 32.4°C and a low of 26.5°C, with about 126.5 mm of rain over roughly 16.2 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Manila in May?
- Manila has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 71 in May.