Barbados, the Gem of the Caribbean
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In Long Bay, May brings high daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to 26°C (79°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Long Bay - and find the best time to visit.
49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Long Bay typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 26°C (79°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Long Bay spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 22 years of weather observations in Long Bay between 2004 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Barbados and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Barbados in May →
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).
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). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With water temperatures around 27°C (81°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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