Pétionville weather in May (Haiti)

Will it be warm or cold in Pétionville this May? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Pétionville includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 29°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 21°C.

Precipitation

Pétionville in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 238 mm for the month. The heaviest rainfall of the year happens this month, with frequent showers. A poncho is your best bet to stay dry. Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 251 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Pétionville.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, September tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Pétionville, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Water Temperature 28°C *  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 238 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 54% *  

Sunshine 251 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Port-au-Prince, Haiti (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in Haiti in May

Find out more about the weather in Haiti and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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 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. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Pétionville.

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