Playa Hermosa weather in May (Guanacaste, Costa Rica)

Will it be warm or cold in Playa Hermosa this May? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Playa Hermosa includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 32°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Playa Hermosa in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 209 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 204 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

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

 

Playa Hermosa, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 209 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 204 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Liberia, Costa Rica (27 KM, 17 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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.

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

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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