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La Garita weather in May (Alajuela, Costa Rica)

Curious about the May weather in La Garita? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, La Garita generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 19°C.

La Garita in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 363 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 19 days of rain.

The area enjoys a balanced 183 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit La Garita. January, February, March, April and December 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 La Garita climate page with graphs.

 

La Garita, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 363 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 183 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Santamaria, Costa Rica (22 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in May

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica 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 La Garita 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
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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