May · Palau
Best time to visit Ngerulmud in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ngerulmud in May
Average temperature 27°C, 476 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
3.2/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 476 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Ngerulmud scores 3.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 476 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ngerulmud is Palau's seat of government on Babeldaob, a quiet administrative destination best combined with the island's inland roads, villages, and natural sites.
May in Ngerulmud — the hardest end of the year
Days in May average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 87% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 476 mm, but with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 3.2/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 3.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ngerulmud in May?
- In May, Ngerulmud averages 27°C, 476 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.2/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Ngerulmud?
- May earns a 3.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ngerulmud in May?
- Expect about 476 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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