Puntarenas weather in May (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)
Thinking of visiting Puntarenas in May? Check the weather first! Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.
Temperatures
In May, the weather in Puntarenas generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 30°C, cooling off to about 25°C at night. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.
Precipitation
Puntarenas in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 389 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 17 days this month are expected to have rain.Average sunshine
Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 203 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Puntarenas. January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Puntarenas climate page with graphs.
Puntarenas, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
25°C
Max Temperature
30°C
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
389 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Windspeed
4 km/h
Sunshine
203 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Costa Rica in May
Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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