Port Moresby in May
The weather in May
In May, Port Moresby averages daytime highs of 29° and night-time lows of 24° — hot weather by day. Expect around 61 mm of precipitation spread over about 11 wet days, with average cloud cover near 46%.
Temperatures are much the same as in April, and June brings little change. The sea averages 28°, comfortably warm for swimming.
May scores 52/100 — fair conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 6th of the twelve months for Port Moresby. For the most comfortable weather, consider June, July and August instead.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:18 and sets at 17:59 local time, giving 11 h 41 min of daylight. Days shorten by 10 minutes over the month.
Why 52/100?
How the score for May is builtBeach score this month: 76/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
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Port Moresby in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Port Moresby?
May scores 52/100 for Port Moresby, which we rate as fair. Average highs are 29°C with 11 wet days.
How warm is Port Moresby in May?
Daytime highs average 29°C and night-time lows 24°C in May.
Does it rain a lot in Port Moresby in May?
Port Moresby receives about 61 mm of precipitation in May, falling on around 11 days.
Can you swim in Port Moresby in May?
The sea averages 28°C in May, warm enough for most swimmers.