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Sint Maarten weather in May (Sint Maarten)

How is May weather typically in Sint Maarten? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Sint Maarten during May is usually perfect, offering high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 28°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 26°C.

Precipitation

Sint Maarten in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 15 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 250 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Sint Maarten. January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December typically offer the best circumstances. While September tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sint Maarten, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 74 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 250 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 65%  

Where to go in Sint Maarten in May

Find out more about the weather in Sint Maarten 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. 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.

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

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