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Quepos Weather in May
Quepos in May sees high daytime temperatures of 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows of 23°C (73°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 782 mm (31 in) of rainfall for the month.
Rainfall in Quepos in May
Quepos is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 17 days and an average of 782 mm (31 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives. Late afternoons in particular can see strong showers, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.
Temperature in Quepos in May
Daytime highs in Quepos in May reach 28°C (82°F), with nights around 23°C (73°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights are warm at 23°C (73°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.
Sunshine in Quepos in May
Enjoy a sunny month with about 190 hours of sunshine, even though this month falls in the wet season. There is still enough sun to enjoy the outdoors.May in Quepos has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Quepos Temperature in May
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
782 mm (31 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
82%
Sunshine
190 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Quepos Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
43-year average (1977-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Quepos typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 20°C (68°F).
Average temperatures in May
Daily Historical Precipitation
43-year average (1977-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in May
Historical weather records for Quepos in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Quepos spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Quepos historical weather extremes in May
Based on 29 years of weather observations in Quepos between 1997 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- Quepos recorded its highest May temperature of 32°C (90°F) on May 25, 2017.
- On May 29, 2008, Quepos saw its coldest May day with temperatures maxing out at 19°C (66°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 16°C (61°F) on May 7, 2013, marking the coldest May night on record.
- The wettest May day on record brought 156 mm (6.1 in) of precipitation to Quepos (May 15, 2001).
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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).
What to Wear in Quepos in May
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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
Quepos 3-Day Forecast
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