Temperature in The Nicoya Peninsula in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica this May.

The Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica, a region in Costa Rica, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 29°C (84°F) in Cóbano to 33°C (91°F) in Nicoya. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Nicoya and 26°C (79°F) in Cóbano.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica in May?

Find the average daytime temperatures in May for the most popular destinations in the Nicoya Peninsula on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the Nicoya Peninsula, check out our the Nicoya Peninsula's climate page.

See also: the Nicoya Peninsula weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in the Nicoya Peninsula in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

The Nicoya Peninsula temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica in May?

Daytime temperatures in Tamarindo typically peak at 32°C (90°F) in May, putting it in the very high range.

How cold does it get at night in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica in May?

After dark, Tamarindo cools to about 26°C (79°F) on an average May night.

What is the warmest city in May in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica?

Based on our systematic data collection, Nicoya has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 33°C (91°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 24°C (75°F).

What is the coldest city in May in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica?

In our database, Cóbano is the chilliest city in May in the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 29°C (84°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 26°C (79°F).

How much sun does the Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica get in May?

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 204 hours of sunshine in Tamarindo. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

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