Spanish Town weather in May (Jamaica)

Planning a trip to Spanish Town in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Spanish Town typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 24°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Spanish Town in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 11 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 257 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

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

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

 

Spanish Town, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 125 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 257 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kingston, Jamaica (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Jamaica in May

Find out more about the weather in Jamaica 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 Spanish Town 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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°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
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Spanish Town.

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