El Castillo de La Concepción Weather in May
May in El Castillo de La Concepción brings very high temperatures, with highs of 32°C (90°F) and nights dropping to 24°C (75°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.
Rainfall in El Castillo de La Concepción in May
El Castillo de La Concepción is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 17 days and an average of 244 mm (9.6 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.
Temperature in El Castillo de La Concepción in May
Daytime temperatures in El Castillo de La Concepción reach 32°C (90°F) in May, dropping to 24°C (75°F) at night. Mornings and evenings are often more comfortable than the peak afternoon hours. Nights stay warm at around 24°C (75°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit El Castillo de La Concepción. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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El Castillo de La Concepción Temperature in May
Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
32°C (90°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
244 mm (9.6 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
84% *
Historical weather for El Castillo de La Concepción in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for El Castillo de La Concepción spanning 23 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
El Castillo de La Concepción historical weather extremes in May
Based on weather observations in El Castillo de La Concepción between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.
- On May 28, 2023, temperatures climbed to 37°C (99°F), marking the warmest May day on record.
- On May 27, 2008, El Castillo de La Concepción saw its coldest May day with temperatures maxing out at 26°C (79°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was 20°C (68°F) (May 2, 2008).
- The wettest May day on record brought 168 mm (6.6 in) of precipitation to El Castillo de La Concepción (May 27, 2019).
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What to Wear in El Castillo de La Concepción 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.What To Do in El Castillo de La Concepción in May
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