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La Garita Weather in May

La Garita in May sees high temperatures, with highs around 27°C (81°F) and overnight lows of 19°C (66°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 363 mm (14 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.

Rainfall in La Garita in May

La Garita is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 19 days and an average of 363 mm (14 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.

Temperature in La Garita in May

May in La Garita brings typical temperatures with highs around 27°C (81°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights cool down to 19°C (66°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in La Garita in May

The area enjoys a balanced 183 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too rainy nor too sunny.

Wind Speed in La Garita in May

In May, average wind speeds reach 4 m/s (8 knots), leading to light to moderate breezes. Conditions vary from day to day, with both calm and windier periods.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit La Garita. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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La Garita Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 363 mm (14 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 183 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Santamaria, Costa Rica (22 KM, 13 Miles).

Best Places in Costa Rica in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in La Garita in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in La Garita in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in La Garita in May

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

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

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