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Mérida weather in May (Rivas Region, Nicaragua)

How's the weather trend in Mérida as May approaches? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

During May, Mérida usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 30°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 26°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Mérida in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 203 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 190 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Mérida.

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

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

 

Mérida, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 203 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
SunshineSunshine 190 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua (38 KM, 23 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
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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