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El Tunco Weather in May

El Tunco in May sees very high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows of 24°C (75°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 175 mm (6.9 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in El Tunco in May

El Tunco is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 22 days and an average of 175 mm (6.9 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in El Tunco in May

Expect highs of 30°C (86°F) in El Tunco in May, with nights dropping to around 24°C (75°F). Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. Nights stay warm at around 24°C (75°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

For El Tunco itself, January, February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

El Tunco Temperature in May

Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
73%
Precipitation
175 mm (6.9 in)
Rainy days
22 days

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in El Tunco in May

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.

What To Do in El Tunco in May

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

  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    6/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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