Managua in May
5.2out of 10
Not the best time
Hot: daytime highs around 35°C. Very wet: about 15 rainy days.
35°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
15Rainy days (145 mm)
12:34 hDaylight
05:24Sunrise · 17:58 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 35°C
- Very wet: about 15 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±5.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C | 23°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.9 |
| February | 34°C | 23°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.7 |
| March | 35°C | 23°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.3 |
| April | 36°C | 25°C | 13 mm | 3 | – | – | 6.7 |
| May | 35°C | 25°C | 145 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.2 |
| June | 32°C | 24°C | 154 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.2 |
| July | 33°C | 24°C | 69 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.4 |
| August | 33°C | 24°C | 108 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.6 |
| September | 32°C | 24°C | 167 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.2 |
| October | 31°C | 24°C | 188 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.4 |
| November | 33°C | 24°C | 46 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.2 |
| December | 33°C | 23°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Managua in May?
Daytime highs average 35°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Managua?
The best months are January, December, February.