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Matapalo weather in May (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

Thinking of visiting Matapalo in May? Check the weather first! Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In May, Matapalo typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 27°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 23°C.

Precipitation

Matapalo in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 787 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 190 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Matapalo. February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Matapalo, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 787 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
SunshineSunshine 190 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (25 KM, 15 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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