San Jorge Weather in May
May in San Jorge sees daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F) at night. Being part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is a regular part of the day, so pack accordingly.
Rainfall in San Jorge in May
As part of the rainy season, San Jorge sees around 17 days of rain in May, with an average of 184 mm (7.2 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in San Jorge in May
San Jorge in May gets highs of 31°C (88°F) during the day and drops to 26°C (79°F) at night. Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. Nights stay warm at around 26°C (79°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.
Sunshine in San Jorge in May
With approximately 190 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.
Wind Speed in San Jorge in May
May sees wind speeds averaging 2 m/s (4 knots). You'll typically experience pleasant light breezes that move leaves slightly and feel refreshing. As an average, expect variation from very calm days to periods with more apparent air movement.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and December typically offer the best weather for San Jorge.
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San Jorge Temperature in May
Min Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
184 mm (7.2 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Windspeed
2 m/s (4 knots) *
Sunshine
190 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Historical weather for San Jorge in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for San Jorge spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
San Jorge historical weather extremes in May
Based on weather observations in San Jorge between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.
- The warmest day in May was on May 7, 2024, with a maximum of 36°C (97°F).
- San Jorge experienced its chilliest May day on May 29, 2008, reaching only 25°C (77°F).
- The coldest night in May in San Jorge was on May 2, 2009, with a minimum of 19°C (66°F).
- Peak precipitation in May occurred on May 25, 2019, when 127 mm (5 in) of precipitation was measured.
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What to Wear in San Jorge in May
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.What To Do in San Jorge in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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