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Masaya weather in May (Masaya Region, Nicaragua)

What's the typical weather in Masaya for May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

May in Masaya generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 33°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 24°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Masaya in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 201 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 17 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 231 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Masaya.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Masaya. January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Masaya, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 201 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
SunshineSunshine 231 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Managua, Nicaragua (27 KM, 17 Miles).

Where to go in Nicaragua in May

Find out more about the weather in Nicaragua 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.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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