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Tortuguero weather in May (Limon, Costa Rica)

Is Tortuguero a good destination in May, weather-wise? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Tortuguero includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 30°C, cooling down at night to around 25°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Tortuguero in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 333 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 17 days will experience rainfall.

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

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

 

Tortuguero, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 333 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  

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.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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