US Virgin Islands

US Virgin Islands Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in US Virgin Islands in May.

Are you planning a trip a to US Virgin Islands in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in US Virgin Islands in May

May in US Virgin Islands 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 26°C (79°F) in Charlotte Amalie.

For specific regional insights in US Virgin Islands, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 88 mm (3.5 in) in Charlotte Amalie.

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Best Places to Visit in US Virgin Islands in May

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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 US Virgin Islands

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in US Virgin Islands?

Temperature range in US Virgin Islands (May)

Precipitation variation in US Virgin Islands (May)

Charlotte Amalie

In May Charlotte Amalie 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 perfect that month.

May
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 rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Saint John

In May Saint John 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 perfect that month.

May
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 rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

East End

In May East End 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 perfect that month.

May
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 rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Bolongo

In May Bolongo 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 perfect that month.

May
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 rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Frederiksted

In May Frederiksted 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.

May
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 rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in US Virgin Islands in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Christiansted 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Charlotte Amalie 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Saint John 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
East End 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Bolongo 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Frederiksted 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)

US Virgin Islands weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in US Virgin Islands in May?

US Virgin Islands typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Charlotte Amalie average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in US Virgin Islands in May?

Daytime temperatures in Charlotte Amalie peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in May, dropping to about 26°C (79°F) overnight.

Does US Virgin Islands get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Charlotte Amalie averages just 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for US Virgin Islands.

Is May a Good Time to Visit US Virgin Islands?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit US Virgin Islands with overall perfect weather in Charlotte Amalie. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit US Virgin Islands is in January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December with generally perfect weather in Charlotte Amalie. The weather in August and September, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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