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Puntarenas Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Puntarenas, Costa Rica in May.

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Considering a trip to Puntarenas, Costa Rica this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Puntarenas in May

Puntarenas, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. May in Puntarenas generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 26°C (79°F) in San Vito to 30°C (86°F) in Monteverde. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Monteverde and 19°C (66°F) in San Vito.

For specific regional insights in Puntarenas, Costa Rica, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Santa Elena with an average of 269 mm (11 in) to heavy rainfall in Matapalo with 787 mm (31 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Jacó sees close to 203 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Puntarenas in May

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

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 Puntarenas

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Puntarenas, Costa Rica?

Temperature range in Puntarenas (May)

Precipitation variation in Puntarenas (May)

Jacó

In May Jacó generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
203 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
491 mm (19 in)
541 mm (21 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
17 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Jacó →

Herradura

In May Herradura generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
203 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
492 mm (19 in)
546 mm (21 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
17 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Herradura →

Santa Teresa

In May Santa Teresa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
203 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
323 mm (13 in)
340 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
17 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Santa Teresa →

Monteverde

In May Monteverde generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
203 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
270 mm (11 in)
315 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
19 days
23 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Monteverde →

Uvita

In May Uvita generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
190 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
334 mm (13 in)
714 mm (28 in)
726 mm (29 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
18 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Uvita →

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In our records: Costa Rica May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Costa Rica in our climate database (1994 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest May day in Costa Rica reached 40°C (104°F) in Sámara on May 13, 1998.
  • In our records, the coldest May daytime high in Costa Rica was 19°C (66°F) in Puntarenas on May 29, 2008.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jacó 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 491 mm (19 in)
Santa Teresa 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 323 mm (13 in)
Uvita 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 714 mm (28 in)
Herradura 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 492 mm (19 in)
Monteverde 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 270 mm (11 in)
Drake 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 482 mm (19 in)

Puntarenas weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Puntarenas, Costa Rica in May?

May in Puntarenas, Costa Rica brings poor weather. In Jacó, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Puntarenas, Costa Rica in May?

Average temperatures in Puntarenas, Costa Rica during May range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Jacó.

Does Puntarenas, Costa Rica get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Jacó records an average of 491 mm (19 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Puntarenas, Costa Rica.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Puntarenas, Costa Rica?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Puntarenas, Costa Rica with often poor weather in Jacó.

On average, the best time to visit Puntarenas, Costa Rica is in January and February with generally perfect weather in Jacó. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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