San Felipe de Puerto Plata weather in May (Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic)

What can you expect from the weather in San Felipe de Puerto Plata during May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, San Felipe de Puerto Plata generally has high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 24°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

San Felipe de Puerto Plata in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit San Felipe de Puerto Plata. January, February, March, April and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized San Felipe de Puerto Plata climate page with graphs.

 

San Felipe de Puerto Plata, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 85 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
* Data from: Puerto Plata, the Dominican Republic (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Where to go in the Dominican Republic in May

Find out more about the weather in the Dominican Republic in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in San Felipe de Puerto Plata in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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