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Manuel Antonio weather in May (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

What does the weather outlook for Manuel Antonio look like in May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Manuel Antonio includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 28°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 24°C.

Precipitation

Manuel Antonio in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 779 mm for the month. Expect around 17 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 190 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 Manuel Antonio. February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Manuel Antonio, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 779 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
SunshineSunshine 190 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in May

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica and which places have the best travel 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 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.

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