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Cóbano Weather in May

Cóbano in May averages 29°C (84°F) during the day and 26°C (79°F) at night. May is part of the rainy season, so frequent rainfall is typical.

Rainfall in Cóbano in May

As part of the rainy season, Cóbano sees around 17 days of rain in May, with an average of 329 mm (13 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours, often in the late afternoon.

Temperature in Cóbano in May

May in Cóbano sees highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F) overnight. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights stay warm at around 26°C (79°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Sunshine in Cóbano in May

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 203 hours of sunshine. Rain is often only seen in the afternoon or evening, leaving clear skies for most of the day. This results in rainy months that still feel bright and are suitable for travel.

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

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Cóbano Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 329 mm (13 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
SunshineSunshine 203 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (44 KM, 27 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 Cóbano 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Cóbano in May

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

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

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