Montaña Grande Weather in May
During May, Montaña Grande experiences high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and cooler nights around 25°C (77°F). May sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in Montaña Grande in May
As part of the rainy season, Montaña Grande sees around 17 days of rain in May, with an average of 340 mm (13 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives. Late afternoons in particular can see strong showers, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.
Temperature in Montaña Grande in May
In May, Montaña Grande gets high temperatures, with highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to around 25°C (77°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights stay warm at around 25°C (77°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.
Sunshine in Montaña Grande in May
With approximately 203 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.
Wind Speed in Montaña Grande in May
Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during May. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and March typically offer the best weather for Montaña Grande.
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Montaña Grande Temperature in May
Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
340 mm (13 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Windspeed
1 m/s (2 knots) *
Sunshine
203 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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What to Wear in Montaña Grande in May
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.What To Do in Montaña Grande in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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