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Nieuw Nickerie weather in May (Suriname)

What should you pack for a trip to Nieuw Nickerie in May? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of May in Nieuw Nickerie typically brings very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 31°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 23°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Nieuw Nickerie in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 286 mm for the month. Expect the heaviest rain of the year this month, often arriving in intense bursts. A poncho is essential for keeping dry. Historically, approximately 24 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 185 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Nieuw Nickerie. January, February, March, August, September, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May and June tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Nieuw Nickerie, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 79%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 286 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
HumidityHumidity 82%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 185 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48%  

Where to go in Suriname in May

Find out more about the weather in Suriname and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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.

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

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