Long Bay weather in May (Barbados)

Curious about the May weather in Long Bay? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Long Bay, May is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 26°C.

Long Bay in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 53 mm for the month. Typically around 10 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 265 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Long Bay. January, February, March, April, May, June and December typically offer the best circumstances. While September tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Long Bay, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 53 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 265 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Bridgetown, Barbados (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in Barbados in May

Find out more about the weather in Barbados 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 Long Bay 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. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

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

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