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El Café weather in May (Dominican Republic)

Curious about the May weather in El Café? This guide provides all the details you need.

In May, El Café generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 23°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

El Café in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 128 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 12 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 231 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit El Café. January and February typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized El Café climate page with graphs.

 

El Café, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 128 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 231 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic (11 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in the Dominican Republic in May

Find out more about the weather in the Dominican Republic in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 El Café in May?

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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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