Cartago Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cartago, Costa Rica in May.

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Turrialba Orosí Cachí La Suiza

Planning a journey to Cartago, Costa Rica this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Cartago in May

Cartago, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. May in Cartago generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Orosí to 26°C (79°F) in Copal. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Copal and 15°C (59°F) in Orosí.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Cartago, Costa Rica, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Cachí with an average of 371 mm (15 in) to heavy rainfall in Copal with 546 mm (21 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Turrialba typically sees 183 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Cartago 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 Cartago

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Cartago, Costa Rica?

Temperature range in Cartago (May)

Precipitation variation in Cartago (May)

Turrialba

In May Turrialba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
183 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
379 mm (15 in)
337 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
19 days
24 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Turrialba →

Orosí

In May Orosí generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
183 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
385 mm (15 in)
380 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
20 days
24 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Orosí →

Cachí

In May Cachí generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
183 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
371 mm (15 in)
357 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
20 days
24 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Cachí →

La Suiza

In May La Suiza generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
183 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
377 mm (15 in)
332 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
19 days
23 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in La Suiza →

Paraíso

In May Paraíso generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
183 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
389 mm (15 in)
388 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
20 days
24 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Paraíso →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cartago, in Costa Rica.

In our records: Costa Rica May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Costa Rica in our climate database (1994 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest May day in Costa Rica reached 40°C (104°F) in Sámara on May 13, 1998.
  • In our records, the coldest May daytime high in Costa Rica was 19°C (66°F) in Puntarenas on May 29, 2008.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cartago in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Turrialba 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 379 mm (15 in)
Orosí 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 385 mm (15 in)
Cachí 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 371 mm (15 in)
La Suiza 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 377 mm (15 in)
Paraíso 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 389 mm (15 in)
Cartago 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 398 mm (16 in)

Cartago weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cartago, Costa Rica in May?

May in Cartago, Costa Rica brings poor weather. In Turrialba, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 17°C (63°F).

What is the average temperature in Cartago, Costa Rica in May?

Turrialba averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 17°C (63°F).

Does Cartago, Costa Rica get a lot of rain in May?

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Cartago, Costa Rica, with Turrialba averaging around 379 mm (15 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Cartago, Costa Rica?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Cartago, Costa Rica due to the typically poor weather in Turrialba.

On average, the best time to visit Cartago, Costa Rica is in February, March and April with generally pleasant weather in Turrialba. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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