Orange Bay weather in May (Jamaica)

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

In May, Orange Bay generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 26°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Orange Bay in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 104 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

The city usually sees around 252 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

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

 

Orange Bay, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 104 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 252 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Montego Bay, Jamaica (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Where to go in Jamaica in May

Find out more about the weather in Jamaica in May and which places have the best weather 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 Orange Bay 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
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Orange Bay.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Jamaica? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Jamaica. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.