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Barbados Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Barbados in May.

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What to Expect in Barbados in May

May in Barbados generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Christ Church.

To explore the conditions in Barbados in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 53 mm (2.1 in) in Christ Church.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Christ Church sees close to 265 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Barbados in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Barbados

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Barbados?

Temperature range in Barbados (May)

Precipitation variation in Barbados (May)

Christ Church

In May Christ Church generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
265 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Christ Church →

Saint James

In May Saint James generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
265 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Saint James →

St. Lawrence Gap

In May St. Lawrence Gap generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
265 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in St. Lawrence Gap →

Bridgetown

In May Bridgetown generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
265 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Bridgetown →

Speightstown

In May Speightstown generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
265 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Speightstown →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Barbados in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Christ Church 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Saint James 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Bridgetown 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Speightstown 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Paynes Bay 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
The Crane 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)

Barbados weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Barbados in May?

May in Barbados brings perfect weather. In Christ Church, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Barbados in May?

Daytime temperatures in Christ Church peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in May, dropping to about 26°C (79°F) overnight.

Does Barbados get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Barbados. Christ Church averages only about 53 mm (2.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Barbados?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Barbados. Typically, the climate in Christ Church is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May and December provide perfect weather in Christ Church. In contrast, September tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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