Simpson Bay weather in May (Sint Maarten)

Planning a trip to Simpson Bay in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Simpson Bay, May is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 26°C.

Simpson Bay in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 15 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 250 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Simpson Bay. January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December typically offer the best circumstances. While September tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Simpson Bay, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 74 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 250 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 65% *  
* Data from: Sint Maarten, Sint Maarten (3 KM, 2 Miles).

Where to go in Sint Maarten in May

Find out more about the weather in Sint Maarten in May and which places have the best weather 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 Simpson Bay 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. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Simpson Bay.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Sint Maarten? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Sint Maarten. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.