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Caracas weather in May (Venezuela)

Looking to travel to Caracas in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Caracas typically experiences very high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 21°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Caracas in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 148 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 202 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While October tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Caracas climate page with graphs.

 

Caracas, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 148 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 202 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Venezuela in May

Find out more about the weather in Venezuela in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Caracas in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Caracas.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Venezuela? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Venezuela. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.