Granada weather in May (Granada Region, Nicaragua)

What can you expect from the weather in Granada during May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Granada generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 32°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Granada in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 174 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 17 days.

The city usually sees around 231 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Granada, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 174 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
SunshineSunshine 231 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Managua, Nicaragua (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Where to go in Nicaragua in May

Find out more about the weather in Nicaragua 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 Granada 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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