San Ignacio weather in May (San José, Costa Rica)
Looking to travel to San Ignacio in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In May, San Ignacio generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 26°C. But by evening, they drop to around 18°C.
San Ignacio in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 546 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 19 days of rain.
The city usually sees around 183 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit San Ignacio. January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized San Ignacio climate page with graphs.
San Ignacio, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
18°C
Max Temperature
26°C
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
546 mm
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
84% *
Windspeed
14 km/h *
Sunshine
183 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Where to go in Costa Rica in May
Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in San Ignacio 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.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.
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