Masaya Region Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Masaya Region, Nicaragua in May.

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Masaya San Marcos Catarina

Planning a getaway to Masaya Region, Nicaragua 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 Masaya Region in May

Masaya Region, Nicaragua is a region in Nicaragua. May in Masaya Region generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Masaya. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To explore the conditions in Masaya Region, Nicaragua in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Catarina with an average of 190 mm (7.5 in) to heavy rainfall in San Marcos with 211 mm (8.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Masaya enjoys about 231 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Masaya Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Masaya Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Masaya)

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March33°C (91°F) April34°C (93°F) May33°C (91°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August32°C (90°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Masaya Region in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Masaya Region.

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 Masaya Region

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Masaya Region, Nicaragua?

Temperature range in Masaya Region (May)

Precipitation variation in Masaya Region (May)

Masaya

In May Masaya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
231 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
238 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
17 days
23 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
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San Marcos

In May San Marcos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
231 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
254 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
18 days
24 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
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Catarina

In May Catarina generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
231 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
17 days
23 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Masaya 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 201 mm (7.9 in)
San Marcos 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 211 mm (8.3 in)
Catarina 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)

Masaya Region weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Masaya Region, Nicaragua in May?

Expect poor weather across Masaya Region, Nicaragua in May. The popular destination of Masaya averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Masaya Region, Nicaragua in May?

Average temperatures in Masaya Region, Nicaragua during May range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 33°C (91°F) in Masaya.

Does Masaya Region, Nicaragua get a lot of rain in May?

Rainfall in Masaya Region, Nicaragua peaks during May. Masaya averages roughly 201 mm (7.9 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Masaya Region, Nicaragua?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Masaya Region, Nicaragua due to the typically poor weather in Masaya.

Generally speaking, January, February and December provide pleasant weather in Masaya. In contrast, April, May, June, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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