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Barranca weather in May (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Barranca this May? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Barranca includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 29°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 24°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Precipitation

Barranca in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 411 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 17 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 203 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 looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Barranca. January, February and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Barranca, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 411 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 203 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in May

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica 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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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