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Tamarindo weather in May (Guanacaste, Costa Rica)

How does the May weather in Tamarindo compare to other months? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In May, Tamarindo tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 32°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 26°C. These temperatures are typical, but it's wise to prepare for hotter days. Dress in light, airy clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Tamarindo in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 242 mm for the month. You can typically expect 17 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 204 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Tamarindo. January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Tamarindo, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 242 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 204 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Liberia, Costa Rica (58 KM, 36 Miles).

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.

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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
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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