Marshall Islands weather in May
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain. Average highs of 28°C and lows of 26°C, with around 26 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While May isn't our top-rated month for Marshall Islands, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
28°C
Average low
26°C
Rainy days
26 days
Best months to visit
Year-round
What to do in Marshall Islands in May
Whatever the weather, Marshall Islands rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Dive WWII and nuclear-test-era shipwrecks at Bikini Atoll
Snorkel vast turquoise lagoons
Learn about traditional Marshallese stick-chart navigation
Visit Majuro's local markets
Fish in some of the Pacific's richest waters
Explore remote, rarely visited outer atolls
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
February
28C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
March
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
April
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
May (you are here)
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
June
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
July
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
August
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
September
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
October
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
November
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
December
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
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