Average weather for San Cristóbal in May
It's hot in May in San Cristóbal with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 23°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in San Cristóbal with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 22°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 31°C, with nights around 23°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in San Cristóbal is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°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 169 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
San Cristóbal in May |
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31°C | 22°C | |
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32°C | 28°C | |
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31°C | -5°C | |
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169 mm | 105 mm | |
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19 days | 14 days |
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 San Cristóbal?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in San Cristóbal. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The hurricane season in San Cristóbal runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2016, San Cristóbal reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in San Cristóbal
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for San Cristóbal, 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 San Cristóbal
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for San Cristóbal, 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 19 days of precipitation in San Cristóbal.
Daily UV index in May in San Cristóbal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in San Cristóbal, 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 San Cristóbal over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in San Cristóbal, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in San Cristóbal over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in San Cristóbal, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for San Cristóbal
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Average weather in San Cristóbal by month
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