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Barú Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Barú in May? Expect high temperatures reaching 26°C (79°F) during the day, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in Barú in May

As part of the rainy season, Barú sees around 18 days of rain in May, with an average of 744 mm (29 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.

Temperature in Barú in May

May in Barú sees highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F) overnight. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With lows of 22°C (72°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable.

Sunshine in Barú in May

With approximately 190 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.

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

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Barú Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 744 mm (29 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
SunshineSunshine 190 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Best Places in Costa Rica 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).

What to Wear in Barú in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in Barú in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Barú in May

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

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