North Puerto Rico Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico in May.

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San Juan Bayamon Isabela Manati

Planning a getaway to North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico 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 North Puerto Rico in May

North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico is a region in Puerto Rico. May in North Puerto Rico generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in San Juan. 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.

For specific regional insights in North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Dorado with an average of 124 mm (4.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Arecibo with 172 mm (6.8 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. San Juan sees around 255 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in North Puerto Rico 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 North Puerto Rico

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico?

Temperature range in North Puerto Rico (May)

Precipitation variation in North Puerto Rico (May)

San Juan

In May San Juan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
268 hours
255 hours
259 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in San Juan →

Bayamon

In May Bayamon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
268 hours
255 hours
259 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Bayamon →

Isabela

In May Isabela generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Isabela →

Manati

In May Manati generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
268 hours
255 hours
259 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Manati →

Dorado

In May Dorado generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
268 hours
255 hours
259 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Dorado →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in North Puerto Rico in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Juan 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Bayamon 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Isabela 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Manati 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Dorado 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Carolina 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)

North Puerto Rico weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico in May?

Expect unpleasant weather across North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico in May. The popular destination of San Juan averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico in May?

San Juan averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico get a lot of rain in May?

San Juan typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 134 mm (5.3 in) on average across North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico.

Is May a Good Time to Visit North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit North Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico due to the typically tolerable weather in San Juan.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March and December offering mostly perfect weather in San Juan. The weather in May, July, August, September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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