Apia Weather in May
Samoa · May climate averages and travel tips
Avg high28°C (83°F)
Avg low27°C (81°F)
Rainfall132 mm (5.2 in)
RatingPoor 4.4/10
Expect hot days in Apia in May: the average high is 28°C (83°F) and the average low is 27°C (81°F). The month is wet, with about 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain spread over 20 days. Humidity averages 81%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 11.4 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is May a good time to visit Apia?
May is not the best time to visit Apia (4.4/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in August.
May weather at a glance
| Average high | 28°C (83°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 27°C (81°F) |
| Daily mean | 28°C (82°F) |
| Rainfall | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 20 |
| Humidity | 81% |
| Cloud cover | 64% |
| Daylight | 11.4 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 4.5 hours/day |
| Wind | 15.3 km/h |
| vs April | About as warm as April, with 32 mm less rain. |
What to pack for Apia in May
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Apia weather in other months
Jan29°C / 27°C266 mmPoorFeb28°C / 27°C261 mmPoorMar29°C / 27°C155 mmPoorApr29°C / 27°C164 mmPoorMay28°C / 27°C132 mmPoorJun28°C / 27°C91 mmFairJul28°C / 26°C77 mmGoodAug28°C / 26°C64 mmGoodSep28°C / 26°C82 mmGoodOct28°C / 27°C132 mmFairNov28°C / 27°C206 mmPoorDec28°C / 27°C227 mmPoor
← AprilBest time to visit ApiaJune →
Better weather in May nearby
- Sydney20°C · 43 mm · Excellent
- Perth21°C · 73 mm · Excellent
- Gold Coast23°C · 74 mm · Excellent
- Adelaide19°C · 49 mm · Excellent
- Kingston21°C · 72 mm · Excellent
- Brisbane23°C · 78 mm · Excellent
Nearby in May
- Pago Pago28°C · 139 mm
- Mata-Utu29°C · 154 mm
- Alofi26°C · 135 mm
- Nuku'alofa25°C · 123 mm
- Funafuti29°C · 157 mm
- Suva27°C · 196 mm
Where else is good in May? See where to go in May.