Birrí weather in May (Alajuela, Costa Rica)

What does the weather outlook for Birrí look like in May? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

The month of May in Birrí typically brings high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 26°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 18°C.

Precipitation

Birrí in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 341 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 20 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 183 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Birrí. February, March and April typically offer 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 Birrí climate page with graphs.

 

Birrí, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 66%  

Precipitation 341 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 77% *  

Sunshine 183 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: San José, Costa Rica (16 KM, 10 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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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