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Ostional Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows of 25°C (77°F), May in Ostional brings very high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that May is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Ostional in May

As part of the rainy season, Ostional sees around 17 days of rain in May, with an average of 327 mm (13 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.

Temperature in Ostional in May

Temperatures in Ostional in May top out at 30°C (86°F) and drop to 25°C (77°F) overnight. Mornings and evenings are often more comfortable than the peak afternoon hours. With lows around 25°C (77°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Ostional. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Ostional Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C (77°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C (86°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 327 mm (13 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  

Best Places in Costa Rica in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Ostional 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.

What To Do in Ostional in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

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

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