Weather in El Nido & Palawan in May
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
May is a wet time to visit El Nido & Palawan. El Nido & Palawan has a Tropical climate with average yearly highs of 32°C, lows of 27°C, and approximately 23 rainy days per month.
32°C
27°C
23days
12.6h
Is May a good time to visit El Nido & Palawan?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
5:41 AM
6:19 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 25°C | 13 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 29°C | 25°C | 5 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 31°C | 26°C | 4 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 32°C | 26°C | 10 | Excellent (best) |
| May | 32°C | 27°C | 23 | Wet |
| June | 30°C | 26°C | 29 | Wet |
| July | 30°C | 26°C | 28 | Wet |
| August | 30°C | 26°C | 25 | Wet |
| September | 30°C | 26°C | 29 | Wet |
| October | 29°C | 25°C | 30 | Wet |
| November | 29°C | 26°C | 21 | Excellent (best) |
| December | 29°C | 25°C | 25 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for May
Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.
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Common Questions
Is May a good time to visit El Nido & Palawan? +
May is typically Wet for visiting El Nido & Palawan, with average highs of 32°C and around 23 rainy days.
What should I pack for El Nido & Palawan in May? +
With highs of 32°C and lows of 27°C in {month}, we recommend: Humidity-wicking clothes, insect repellent, waterproof bag, and rain poncho.
Does it rain a lot in El Nido & Palawan in May? +
El Nido & Palawan typically sees around 23 rainy days in May.
How many hours of daylight are there in El Nido & Palawan in May? +
In May, El Nido & Palawan gets approximately 12.6 hours of daylight per day.
Is May peak season in El Nido & Palawan? +
No, May is not peak season in El Nido & Palawan. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit El Nido & Palawan? +
The best months to visit El Nido & Palawan are November, December, January, February, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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