Concepción de Ataco Weather in May
During May, Concepción de Ataco experiences very high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and cooler nights around 22°C (72°F). May sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in Concepción de Ataco in May
Concepción de Ataco is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 20 days and an average of 234 mm (9.2 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.
Temperature in Concepción de Ataco in May
Daytime temperatures in Concepción de Ataco reach 30°C (86°F) in May, dropping to 22°C (72°F) at night. If you're spending a lot of time outdoors, it helps to plan around the warmer part of the day. With overnight lows of 22°C (72°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.
Sunshine in Concepción de Ataco in May
With approximately 253 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're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Concepción de Ataco. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Concepción de Ataco Temperature in May
Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
66%
Precipitation
234 mm (9.2 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
253 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Historical weather for Concepción de Ataco in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Concepción de Ataco spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Concepción de Ataco historical weather extremes in May
Our historical data for Concepción de Ataco spans 2005 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
- On May 7, 2023, temperatures climbed to 39°C (102°F), marking the warmest May day on record.
- On May 27, 2010, Concepción de Ataco saw its coldest May day with temperatures maxing out at 24°C (75°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was 10°C (50°F) (May 19, 2019).
- The heaviest May precipitation occurred on May 31, 2020, when 163 mm (6.4 in) of precipitation fell.
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What to Wear in Concepción de Ataco in May
Warm but pleasant conditions in Concepción de Ataco 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. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.What To Do in Concepción de Ataco in May
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