Costa RicaAverage weather for Arenal in May
It's hot in May in Arenal with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 25°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Arenal with hot temps, averaging around 35°C during the day and nights around 25°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 34°C, with nights around 25°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Arenal is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In May, there is an average of 212 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Arenal in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
34°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
35°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
32°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
212 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
14 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Arenal?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Arenal. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The hurricane season in Arenal runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2019, Arenal reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Arenal
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Arenal, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Arenal
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Arenal, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 14 days of precipitation in Arenal.
Daily UV index in May in Arenal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Arenal, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Arenal over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Arenal, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Arenal over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Arenal, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Arenal
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Average weather in Arenal by month
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