Placencia Peninsula Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Placencia Peninsula, Belize in May.

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Placencia Village Maya Beach Seine Bight Village

Planning a journey to the Placencia Peninsula, Belize 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 the Placencia Peninsula in May

The Placencia Peninsula, Belize is a region in Belize. May in the Placencia Peninsula generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Placencia Village. 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.

For specific regional insights in the Placencia Peninsula, Belize, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

May is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 157 mm (6.2 in) in Placencia Village.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Placencia Village gets approximately 252 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Placencia Peninsula 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 the Placencia Peninsula

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Placencia Peninsula, Belize?

Temperature range in the Placencia Peninsula (May)

Precipitation variation in the Placencia Peninsula (May)

Placencia Village

In May Placencia Village generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°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)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
252 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
327 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Placencia Village →

Maya Beach

In May Maya Beach generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°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)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
252 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
311 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Maya Beach →

Seine Bight Village

In May Seine Bight Village generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°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)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
252 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
315 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Seine Bight Village →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Placencia Peninsula, in Belize.

In our records: Belize May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Belize in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Placencia Peninsula in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Placencia Village 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Maya Beach 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Seine Bight Village 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)

The Placencia Peninsula weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Placencia Peninsula, Belize in May?

In May, the Placencia Peninsula, Belize generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Placencia Village sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in the Placencia Peninsula, Belize in May?

Placencia Village averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does the Placencia Peninsula, Belize get a lot of rain in May?

the Placencia Peninsula, Belize sees substantial rainfall in May. Placencia Village typically averages about 157 mm (6.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Placencia Peninsula, Belize?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Placencia Village, May might be a good time to visit the Placencia Peninsula, Belize. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit the Placencia Peninsula, Belize is in February and March with generally perfect weather in Placencia Village. In contrast, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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