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Rivas Weather in May

May in Rivas averages 24°C (75°F) during the day and 17°C (63°F) at night. May is part of the rainy season, with around 528 mm (21 in) of rainfall and frequent showers.

Rainfall in Rivas in May

Rivas is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 20 days and an average of 528 mm (21 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.

Temperature in Rivas in May

May in Rivas brings high temperatures, with highs of 24°C (75°F) and nights around 17°C (63°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights drop to around 17°C (63°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Rivas in May

The city usually sees around 190 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days despite it being the rainy season.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Rivas. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Rivas Temperature in May

Min Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Chance of Rain
66%
Precipitation
528 mm (21 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
82% *
Sunshine
190 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (55 KM, 34 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Rivas in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

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