Placencia Village

Stann Creek Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Stann Creek, Belize in May.

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Placencia Village Hopkins Maya Beach Dangriga

Planning a trip to Stann Creek, Belize this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Stann Creek in May

Stann Creek, Belize is a region in Belize. May in Stann Creek 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. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Stann Creek, Belize, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Dangriga with an average of 152 mm (6 in) to high rainfall in Placencia Village with 157 mm (6.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Placencia Village enjoys about 252 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Stann Creek by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Stann Creek — and find the best time to visit. (based on Placencia Village)

January27°C (81°F) February28°C (82°F) March29°C (84°F) April30°C (86°F) May31°C (88°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August31°C (88°F) September31°C (88°F) October30°C (86°F) November28°C (82°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Stann Creek in May

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

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 Stann Creek

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

Temperature range in Stann Creek (May)

Precipitation variation in Stann Creek (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 →

Hopkins

In May Hopkins 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)
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
66 mm (2.6 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
292 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Hopkins →

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 →

Dangriga

In May Dangriga 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
62 mm (2.4 in)
152 mm (6 in)
292 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Dangriga →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Stann Creek, 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 Stann Creek in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Placencia Village 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Hopkins 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Maya Beach 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Dangriga 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 152 mm (6 in)

Stann Creek weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Stann Creek, Belize in May?

Stann Creek, Belize typically experiences unpleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Placencia Village average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Stann Creek, Belize in May?

Average temperatures in Stann Creek, Belize during May range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Placencia Village.

Does Stann Creek, Belize get a lot of rain in May?

Stann Creek, 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 Stann Creek, Belize?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Stann Creek, Belize with overall tolerable weather in Placencia Village. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Stann Creek, 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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