Weather in May in Saint Lucia
Planning a trip to Saint Lucia this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Saint Lucia in May?
May in Saint Lucia generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C and nighttime temperatures around 26°C in Gros Islet. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Saint Lucia in May, check out the map below. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.To explore the conditions in Saint Lucia in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Soufrière with an average of 56 mm to moderate rainfall in Micoud with 65 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Gros Islet enjoys close to 249 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Saint Lucia climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Saint Lucia?
Gros Islet
In May Gros Islet generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Soufrière
In May Soufrière generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Castries
In May Castries generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Cap Estate
In May Cap Estate generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Vieux Fort
In May Vieux Fort generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Saint Lucia.
Is May the best time to visit Saint Lucia?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Saint Lucia with overall pleasant weather in Gros Islet. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April and December offering mostly perfect weather in Gros Islet. The weather in July, August, September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.
Interested in more climate information?
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