Philippines Palawan Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Palawan is very-high
Palawan Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 32° / 25°
- Rainfall
- 100mm · 8 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Palawan in May averages a high of 32°C and low of 25°C with 100mm of rain over about 8 days. Hot tropical + monsoon transition.
May is very-high for Palawan.
Korean Golden Week + monsoon transition. Hotels surge.
Travel score
Palawan May Weather Stats
Avg High
32°C
Avg Low
25°C
Rainy Days
8
100mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
76%
high
UV Index
12
Extreme
Wind
15 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
29°C
perfect
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
36°C
Nighttime
26°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
15 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Korean Golden Week
- Sea 29°C perfect
- Whale shark end
Cons
- Monsoon starting
- Hotels surge
May Events & Festivals
- Korean Golden Week
- Pre-monsoon
Palawan in May — Full Picture
Korean Golden Week + monsoon transition. Hotels surge.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hot tropical + monsoon transition.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current31.7°C
24.3°C
5/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
31°C
25°C
17.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
30.7°C
24.7°C
13.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
30°C
23°C
4.3/mo
Palawan Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 30° | 23° | 4d·35mm | 9h | 76% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 30° | 23° | 3d·25mm | 9h | 75% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 31° | 24° | 3d·35mm | 9h | 74% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 32° | 24° | 4d·40mm | 9h | 74% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 32° | 25° | 8d·100mm | 8h | 76% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
| 31° | 25° | 13d·215mm | 6h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 19d·360mm | 5h | 82% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 20d·410mm | 5h | 83% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 25° | 17d·285mm | 6h | 81% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 31° | 25° | 14d·210mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| November (Best) | 30° | 24° | 9d·100mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| December (Best) | 30° | 23° | 6d·55mm | 9h | 77% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
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Palawan May Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Palawan?
Palawan in May is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Palawan in May?
Palawan May averages a high of 32°C and a low of 25°C.
Does it rain much in Palawan in May?
Palawan May averages 100mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Palawan in May?
Hot tropical + monsoon transition.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Palawan in May?
Palawan May sunrise is 05:40 and sunset is 18:10, with 12h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Palawan in May?
Palawan May air quality (AQI) averages 35, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Palawan in May?
In May, Palawan is great for Island hopping, Diving, El Nido.
Is May peak season in Palawan?
Palawan May crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.