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Santa María de Dota Weather in May
Santa María de Dota in May sees high daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows of 15°C (59°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 498 mm (20 in) of rainfall for the month.
Rainfall in Santa María de Dota in May
As part of the rainy season, Santa María de Dota sees around 22 days of rain in May, with an average of 498 mm (20 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.
Temperature in Santa María de Dota in May
Temperatures in Santa María de Dota in May top out at 24°C (75°F) and drop to 15°C (59°F) overnight. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights cool down to 15°C (59°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Santa María de Dota. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Santa María de Dota Temperature in May
Min Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Chance of Rain
73%
Precipitation
498 mm (20 in)
Rainy days
22 days
Santa María de Dota Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Santa María de Dota in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Santa María de Dota spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Santa María de Dota historical weather extremes in May
According to our 20 years of weather records for Santa María de Dota, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2026.
- The hottest May day on record in Santa María de Dota reached 32°C (90°F) (May 3, 2024).
- The lowest daytime temperature in May was 25°C (77°F), recorded on May 20, 2026.
- The coldest night in May in Santa María de Dota was on May 3, 2026, with a minimum of 20°C (68°F).
- Peak precipitation in May occurred on May 16, 2020, when 76 mm (3 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in Costa Rica in May
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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 Santa María de Dota in May
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in Santa María de Dota in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Camping6/10
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