Nicoya in May
4.9out of 10
Not the best time
Hot: daytime highs around 33°C. Very wet: about 21 rainy days.
33°CAvg high
24°CAvg low
21Rainy days (250 mm)
12:28 hDaylight
05:24Sunrise · 17:52 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 33°C
- Very wet: about 21 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.9 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 (±4.9 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 | 22°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.8 |
| February | 34°C | 23°C | 7 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.5 |
| March | 35°C | 23°C | 7 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.1 |
| April | 36°C | 24°C | 38 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.2 |
| May | 33°C | 24°C | 250 mm | 21 | – | – | 4.9 |
| June | 31°C | 23°C | 319 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.5 |
| July | 31°C | 23°C | 226 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.5 |
| August | 31°C | 23°C | 257 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.5 |
| September | 31°C | 23°C | 347 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.6 |
| October | 30°C | 23°C | 359 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.8 |
| November | 30°C | 22°C | 144 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.3 |
| December | 31°C | 22°C | 21 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Nicoya in May?
Daytime highs average 33°C and nights about 24°C.
When is the best time to visit Nicoya?
The best months are December, January, February.