Dominica

Dominica Weather in May

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

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Roseau Portsmouth Calibishie Marigot

Planning a getaway to Dominica this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Dominica in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Roseau.

For specific regional insights in Dominica, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Scotts Head Village with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Castle Bruce with 80 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Roseau enjoys about 243 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March27°C (81°F) April27°C (81°F) May28°C (82°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November28°C (82°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Dominica in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Dominica.

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 Dominica

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

Temperature range in Dominica (May)

Precipitation variation in Dominica (May)

Roseau

In May Roseau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
243 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Roseau →

Portsmouth

In May Portsmouth generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
243 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Portsmouth →

Calibishie

In May Calibishie generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
243 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Calibishie →

Marigot

In May Marigot generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
243 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Marigot →

Pont Cassé

In May Pont Cassé generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
243 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Pont Cassé →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Roseau 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Portsmouth 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Calibishie 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Marigot 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Pont Cassé 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Castle Bruce 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)

Dominica weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dominica in May?

Dominica typically experiences excellent weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Roseau average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Dominica in May?

In Roseau, the average daytime high in May is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Dominica get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Dominica during May, with Roseau averaging close to 66 mm (2.6 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Dominica?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Dominica with overall excellent weather in Roseau. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, June and December offering mostly excellent weather in Roseau.

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