May · Philippines
Best time to visit Manila in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Manila in May
Average temperature 29°C, 182 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
3.5/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 182 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Manila scores 3.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 182 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Manila layers Spanish colonial walls, Intramuros churches and a skyline of modern districts.
May in Manila: expect compromises
May averages 29°C (85°F) and humidity near 74%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 182 mm — wet for this destination — but about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 3.5/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 7.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 4.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Manila in May?
- In May, Manila averages 29°C, 182 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Manila?
- May earns a 3.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Manila in May?
- Expect about 182 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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