Turrialba weather in May (Cartago, Costa Rica)
What does the weather outlook for Turrialba look like in May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.
Temperatures
Typically, May in Turrialba includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 24°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 17°C.
Precipitation
Turrialba in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 379 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 19 days days of rain.Average sunshine
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're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Turrialba. February, March and April typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Turrialba climate page with graphs.
Turrialba, monthly averages in May
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.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Turrialba, 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.
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