Tonga

Tonga in May

Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in Tonga in May — compared across the country’s main destinations.

Warmest
28°
Neiafu
Coolest
26°
Fua'amotu
Driest
120 mm
Fua'amotu
Warmest sea
27°
Neiafu

Weather in May by city

PlaceDayNightRainSeaScore
Fua'amotu 26° 20° 120 mm 26° 81
Nuku'alofa 27° 20° 125 mm 26° 80
Haveluloto 27° 20° 125 mm 26° 80
Tofoa-Koloua 27° 20° 125 mm 26° 80
Popua 27° 20° 125 mm 26° 80
Nukunuku 27° 20° 126 mm 26° 80
Houma 27° 20° 126 mm 26° 80
Mu‘a 27° 20° 127 mm 26° 79
Lapaha 27° 20° 127 mm 26° 79
Tatakamotonga 27° 20° 127 mm 26° 79
Vainī 27° 20° 133 mm 26° 78
Ha'ateiho 27° 20° 133 mm 26° 78
Pea 27° 20° 133 mm 26° 78
Fangale’ounga 27° 22° 152 mm 26° 75
Pangai 27° 22° 150 mm 26° 75
Neiafu 28° 22° 163 mm 27° 69

Public holidays in May

No nationwide public holidays this month.

Public holidays 2026 →

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tonga in May?

Average daytime highs range from 26° in Fua'amotu to 28° in Neiafu.

Where is it warmest in Tonga in May?

Neiafu is the warmest of the main destinations, with average highs of 28°.

Can you swim in Tonga in May?

Yes — the sea is warmest around Neiafu at about 27°.