Martinique weather in May (Martinique)

Planning a trip to Martinique in May? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Martinique, May is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 29°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C.

Martinique in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 17 days of rain.

With around 242 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Martinique. January, February, March, April, May, June and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Martinique, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 242 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Martinique in May

Find out more about the weather in Martinique 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 Martinique 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. With a water temperature of around 27°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
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Martinique? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Martinique. 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.