Monteverde weather in May (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

Planning a trip to Monteverde in May? This guide provides all the details you need.

In May, Monteverde generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 21°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Monteverde in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 270 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 19 days of rain.

With around 203 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Monteverde. January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Monteverde, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 270 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 203 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Puntarenas, Costa Rica (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in May

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Monteverde in May?

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 in May.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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