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May in Playa Grande brings very high temperatures, with highs of 32°C (90°F) and nights dropping to 26°C (79°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and December typically offer the best weather for Playa Grande.
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32-year average (1987-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Playa Grande typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 32°C (90°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 25°C (77°F).
32-year average (1987-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Playa Grande spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 25 years of weather observations in Playa Grande between 2001 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
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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).
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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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