Monthly climate guide
Iloilo weather in May
Expect hot weather in Iloilo in May: afternoons reach about 32°C (89°F), while nights drop to around 28°C (82°F). Around 178 mm of rain falls over the month (very wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as April and 2°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- Days and nights are close, only about 4°C apart.
- It's humid — around 75% — so the heat feels heavier.
- Iloilo is usually about 3°C warmer than Iligan, 330 km away, in May.
- May is Iloilo's second warmest month.
Avg high
32°C
89°F
Avg low
28°C
82°F
Rainfall
178 mm
very wet
Humidity
75%
relative
Sky
67%
cloud · often cloudy
Iloilo weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 83°F | 25°C / 77°F | 121 mm | 85% | 67% |
| February | 29°C / 84°F | 25°C / 76°F | 80 mm | 82% | 53% |
| March | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 77°F | 73 mm | 78% | 46% |
| April | 32°C / 89°F | 26°C / 80°F | 59 mm | 74% | 44% |
| May | 32°C / 89°F | 28°C / 82°F | 178 mm | 75% | 67% |
| June | 30°C / 85°F | 27°C / 81°F | 320 mm | 81% | 86% |
| July | 29°C / 83°F | 27°C / 80°F | 400 mm | 84% | 88% |
| August | 29°C / 83°F | 27°C / 80°F | 352 mm | 84% | 86% |
| September | 29°C / 83°F | 27°C / 80°F | 299 mm | 84% | 85% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 27°C / 80°F | 316 mm | 84% | 77% |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 174 mm | 85% | 66% |
| December | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 219 mm | 85% | 67% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is May a good time to visit Iloilo?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Iloilo →Other Philippines cities in May
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Iloilo in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Iloilo?
It can be, if you like heat: May highs in Iloilo are around 32°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Iloilo in May?
Average highs are about 32°C (89°F) and average lows about 28°C (82°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Iloilo in May?
Iloilo typically gets around 178 mm of rain in May — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Iloilo (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.