May · Tuvalu
Best time to visit Funafuti in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Funafuti in May
Average temperature 29°C, 156 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
3.6/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 156 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Funafuti scores 3.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 156 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Funafuti is Tuvalu's capital atoll, centered on Fongafale and Vaiaku, with lagoon views, reef waters, community life, and a deliberately low-volume visitor experience.
May in Funafuti — off-season conditions
May averages 29°C (84°F) and humidity near 81%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
At 156 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 3.6/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 4.7/10 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.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Funafuti in May?
- In May, Funafuti averages 29°C, 156 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.6/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Funafuti?
- May earns a 3.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Funafuti in May?
- Expect about 156 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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