Punta de Lanza weather in May (Costa Rica)

Will it be warm or cold in Punta de Lanza this May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In May, Punta de Lanza usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 27°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 19°C.

Precipitation

Punta de Lanza in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 556 mm for the month. You can typically expect 19 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 183 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Punta de Lanza. February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Punta de Lanza, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 556 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 183 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Santamaria, Costa Rica (5 KM, 3 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.

Interested in more climate information?

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