The month in detail
What to expect in May
In May, El Nido sees 88°F during the day with 6.3h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 42% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
May ranks 7 out of 12 months in El Nido. Compared to April: −2°F daytime, 22 pts more rainy days, −1.2h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
oppressive heat
25°
Sea
30°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 33
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Is May the right month?
The best month in El Nido is February (6.1/10), 1.1 pt higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Philippines
🗣️LanguageFilipino
💶CurrencyPeso philippin (₱)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 90°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 84°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘOctober · 61%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is El Nido ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
PhilippinesTropical climate with a 6.1 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
11.19°N · 119.39°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit El Nido?
February is the best month with 84°F highs, 77°F lows, 7.8h of sunshine and 13.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does El Nido get in February?
El Nido averages 7.8 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 5.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in El Nido?
October is the most unfavourable month with October has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in El Nido in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 77°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is El Nido good in winter?
In winter (December-February), El Nido scores 5.5/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 5.9/10.
When should you avoid El Nido?
October is the most difficult month to visit El Nido, with October has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in El Nido in May?
In May, the sea averages 86°F in El Nido: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in El Nido in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in El Nido (very high), with about 12.5h of daylight. Protection essential.