Basse-Terre Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe in May.

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Deshaies Basse-Terre Bouillante Sainte-Rose

Planning a getaway to Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Basse-Terre in May

Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe is a region in Guadeloupe. May in Basse-Terre generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Deshaies.

For a closer look at conditions across Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Baille-Argent with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Capesterre-Belle-Eau with 82 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Deshaies sees around 245 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Basse-Terre in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Basse-Terre

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe?

Temperature range in Basse-Terre (May)

Precipitation variation in Basse-Terre (May)

Deshaies

In May Deshaies generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
245 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Deshaies →

Bouillante

In May Bouillante generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
245 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bouillante →

Sainte-Rose

In May Sainte-Rose generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
245 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sainte-Rose →

Capesterre-Belle-Eau

In May Capesterre-Belle-Eau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
245 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Capesterre-Belle-Eau →

Pointe-Noire

In May Pointe-Noire generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
245 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pointe-Noire →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Basse-Terre in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Deshaies 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Basse-Terre 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Bouillante 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Sainte-Rose 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Capesterre-Belle-Eau 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Pointe-Noire 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Basse-Terre weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe in May?

Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Deshaies average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe in May?

In Deshaies, the average daytime high in May is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Deshaies averages just 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe with overall perfect weather in Deshaies. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe is in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December with generally perfect weather in Deshaies. In contrast, September tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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