MAY TOP OFF-SEASON RANKINGS
May’s global off‑season shows broad warming and improving comfort, though some regions face early heat or lingering instability. Value stays strong with generally lighter tourism pressure.
May Off-Season Rankings
Average May Off-Season Score = 64
01
Southern Europe
Warm Days With Lingering Breezes
Early Crowds But Manageable Flow
Mixed Sunshine And Occasional Showers
85/100
- 15% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Warm With Showers
- Steady
- Active
02
Western Europe
Brighter Skies Yet Unsettled Fronts
Mild Days With Patchy Rain
Early Tourism But Not Overwhelming
82/100
- 18% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Mild And Changeable
- Steady
- Active
03
North America
Pleasant Warmth With Sporadic Storms
Shoulder Season But Growing Activity
Longer Days Boost Overall Appeal
82/100
- 20% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Warm And Variable
- Steady
- Active
04
Eastern Europe
Comfortable Days With Occasional Chill
Blossoming Cities Yet Manageable Crowds
Rain Spells Still Common
78/100
- 22% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Mild And Damp
- Thin
- Neutral
05
Southern Africa
Cooler Evenings With Clear Mornings
Wildlife Viewing Strong Despite Chill
Dry Conditions But Not Guaranteed
78/100
- 25% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Cool And Dry
- Thin
- Neutral
06
Northern Europe
Emerging Warmth With Lingering Frost
Longer Light But Unstable Skies
Early Season Calm And Quiet
78/100
- 20% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Cool And Unpredictable
- Thin
- Sleepy
07
South America
Cooling Days With Early Rain
Off Season Calm Across Coasts
Shorter Light But Pleasant Air
72/100
- 30% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Cool And Damp
- Thin
- Sleepy
08
Oceania
Cooler Nights, Pleasant Daytime Heat
Good Value With Mild Crowds
Comfortable But Occasionally Windy
72/100
- 18% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Warm And Dry
- Steady
- Active
09
Middle East
Rising Heat With Early Haze
Manageable Crowds Before Summer Peak
Dry Conditions But Growing Intensity
68/100
- 18% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Warm And Dry
- Steady
- Neutral
10
West Africa
Humid Days With Building Rains
Quieter Tourism But Mixed Comfort
Short Bursts Of Tropical Storms
60/100
- 25% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Humid With Showers
- Thin
- Sleepy
11
North Africa
Warm Days With Rising Heat
Early Summer Crowds Emerging
Dry Air But Occasional Winds
60/100
- 20% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Warm And Dry
- Steady
- Neutral
12
Southeast Asia
Heavy Humidity With Frequent Rain
Low Crowds But Challenging Comfort
Lush Landscapes Despite Stormy Days
55/100
- 35% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Humid With Showers
- Thin
- Sleepy
13
Central America & Caribbean
Early Rains With Tropical Heat
Lower Prices But Mixed Conditions
Quiet Beaches Despite Cloudy Skies
55/100
- 32% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Warm And Unstable
- Thin
- Sleepy
14
East Asia
Rainy Fronts With Rising Warmth
Crowds Growing Toward Summer
Humid Days Reduce Overall Comfort
48/100
- 18% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Warm And Humid
- Steady
- Neutral
15
Central Asia
Pleasant Warmth With Dusty Winds
Early Season Calm And Sparse Tourism
Mixed Skies But Manageable Conditions
45/100
- 30% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Warm And Dry
- Empty
- Sleepy
16
East Africa
Rainy Season With Heavy Showers
Wildlife Viewing Limited By Weather
Low Tourism But Challenging Comfort
40/100
- 28% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Wet And Humid
- Empty
- Dormant
17
South Asia
Rising Heat With Monsoon Build
Low Crowds But Harsh Conditions
Humidity Limits Overall Enjoyment
35/100
- 35% Price Decline Vs Peak
- Hot And Humid
- Thin
- Sleepy