Santa Ana weather in May (San José, Costa Rica)
How does the May weather in Santa Ana compare to other months? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
Typically, May in Santa Ana includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 26°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 18°C.
Precipitation
Santa Ana in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 415 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 19 days with rain.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 183 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Ana. January, February and March 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 Santa Ana climate page with graphs.
Santa Ana, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
18°C
Max Temperature
26°C
Chance of Rain
63%
Precipitation
415 mm
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
77% *
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 and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
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.
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