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Barrio Palermo Weather in May

May in Barrio Palermo brings high temperatures around 30°C (86°F) during the day, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.

Rainfall in Barrio Palermo in May

As part of the rainy season, Barrio Palermo sees around 17 days of rain in May, with an average of 336 mm (13 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.

Temperature in Barrio Palermo in May

Temperatures in Barrio Palermo in May top out at 30°C (86°F) and drop to 22°C (72°F) overnight. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With lows of 22°C (72°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable.

Sunshine in Barrio Palermo in May

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 183 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Barrio Palermo. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Barrio Palermo Temperature in May

Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
336 mm (13 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
77% *
Sunshine
183 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (61 KM, 38 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Barrio Palermo in May

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Barrio Palermo in May

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

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

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