Mal País weather in May (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

Will it be warm or cold in Mal País this May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Mal País includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 29°C. At night, they generally drop to 26°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Mal País in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 330 mm for the month. This month experiences about 17 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 203 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

 

Mal País, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 330 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 203 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in May

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Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

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.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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