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Santa Cruz weather in May (Nicaragua)

Is May a good time to explore Santa Cruz weather-wise? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Santa Cruz generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 30°C, cooling off to about 26°C at night. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Santa Cruz in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 208 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 190 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Cruz. January, February and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santa Cruz climate page with graphs.

 

Santa Cruz, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 208 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
SunshineSunshine 190 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Where to go in Nicaragua in May

Find out more about the weather in Nicaragua and which places have the best travel 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 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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Santa Cruz.

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