Islita weather in May (Guanacaste, Costa Rica)

Planning a trip to Islita in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Islita typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Islita in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 346 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 203 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Islita. January, February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Islita, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 346 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 203 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (63 KM, 39 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in May

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Islita 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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