Santo Domingo weather in May (Heredia, Costa Rica)
Curious about the May weather in Santo Domingo? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.
In May, Santo Domingo generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 25°C, while nights can cool down to about 17°C.
Santo Domingo in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 367 mm for the month. Typically around 20 days of rainfall is expected.
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 prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Santo Domingo. January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santo Domingo climate page with graphs.
Santo Domingo, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
17°C
Max Temperature
25°C
Chance of Rain
65%
Precipitation
367 mm
Rainy days
20 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 in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Santo Domingo in May?
For visitors traveling to Santo Domingo, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.
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