Platanillo weather in May (Costa Rica)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Platanillo this May? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Platanillo generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 26°C, cooling down at night to around 21°C.

Precipitation

Platanillo in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 726 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 190 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

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

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

 

Platanillo, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 726 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Sunshine 190 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (42 KM, 26 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.

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