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Ocotal weather in May (Guanacaste, Costa Rica)

What should you pack for a trip to Ocotal in May? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In May, Ocotal tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 31°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 26°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Precipitation

Ocotal in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 204 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 17 days.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 204 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Ocotal. January, February, March, April and December generally stand out with 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 Ocotal climate page with graphs.

 

Ocotal, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 204 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 204 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Liberia, Costa Rica (34 KM, 21 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.

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

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