Weather in May in Cayo
Considering a trip to Cayo this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Cayo in May?
Cayo is a region in Belize. May in Cayo generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 32°C in Good Living Camp to 35°C in San Ignacio. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in San Ignacio and 23°C in Good Living Camp. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.To explore the conditions in Cayo in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in San Ignacio with an average of 96 mm to high rainfall in Good Living Camp with 141 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 250 hours of sunshine in San Ignacio. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Cayo climate page.
Where to go in Cayo in May





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 4 most popular destinations in Cayo?
San Ignacio
In May San Ignacio generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Belmopan
In May Belmopan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Good Living Camp
In May Good Living Camp generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Teakettle Village
In May Teakettle Village generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Cayo, in Belize.
Is May the best time to visit Cayo?
In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Cayo with often unpleasant weather in San Ignacio.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and December offering mostly perfect weather in San Ignacio. The weather in April, May and August, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.
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