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Santiago weather in May (Dominican Republic)

How does the weather in Santiago usually fare in May? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Santiago usually has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 31°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 21°C. These temperatures are typical, but it's wise to prepare for hotter days. Dress in light, airy clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Santiago in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 118 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Historically, approximately 13 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 244 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Santiago. January, February and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Santiago, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 118 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 244 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the Dominican Republic in May

Find out more about the weather in the Dominican Republic 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Santiago.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the Dominican Republic? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the Dominican Republic. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.