Punta Cana in May
6.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Very wet: about 17 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
17Rainy days (100 mm)
12:53 hDaylight
06:04Sunrise · 18:56 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Very wet: about 17 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.3 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- 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 (±5.3 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 | 26°C | 23°C | 39 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| February | 27°C | 23°C | 31 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| March | 27°C | 23°C | 36 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| April | 27°C | 24°C | 51 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| May | 28°C | 25°C | 100 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.8 |
| June | 29°C | 26°C | 71 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.0 |
| July | 29°C | 26°C | 90 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.6 |
| August | 29°C | 26°C | 105 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.4 |
| September | 29°C | 26°C | 121 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.2 |
| October | 29°C | 25°C | 117 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.2 |
| November | 28°C | 25°C | 103 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.6 |
| December | 27°C | 24°C | 53 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Punta Cana in May?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Punta Cana?
The best months are March, February, January, April.