Normal weather for Melanesia in May

It's hot in May in Melanesia with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 24°C.

In May, there is an average of 158 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.

Melanesia in May		UK
Average Temperature	32°C	18°C
High Temp	33°C	21°C
Low Temp	31°C	15°C
Total Precipitation	158 mm	46 mm
Rainy Days	18 days	8 days

Start of May

The month of May starts in Melanesia with hot temperatures, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights close to 24°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.

Mid-May

By mid-May, the average daytime temperature drops to around 32°C, with nights close to 24°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.

End of May

By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Melanesia will be around 33°C, with nights close to 24°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.

UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.

Is May a good time to visit Melanesia?

After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Melanesia. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.

Temperature records for Melanesia in May

With 35°C, Melanesia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 21°C to a high of 26°C.

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Daily Temperature in May in Melanesia

This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Melanesia, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.

Daily Precipitation in May in Melanesia

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Melanesia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 18 days of rain in Melanesia.

Daily UV Index in May in Melanesia

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Melanesia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Temperature in May in Melanesia Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in May in Melanesia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.

Total Precipitation in May in Melanesia Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Melanesia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.

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Daily climate in May for Melanesia

Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Melanesia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Average Weather in Melanesia by Month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Melanesia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.