The weather in May in Curaçao
It's hot in May in Curaçao 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 25°C and 27°C.
May is a good month to be in Curaçao for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Curaçao. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2017, Curaçao reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Curaçao is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 6,2 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in May for Curaçao
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Curaçao. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Curaçao | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 6,2 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 2 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Curaçao with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 27°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Curaçao is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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.
Check out the climate of Curaçao for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Curaçao is based on weather data from Willemstad. Other places, like Sint Willibrordus, Barber or Sabana Westpunt, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Curaçao to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Curaçao. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Curaçao
Temperature in May in Curaçao over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Curaçao. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Curaçao
Total precipitation in May in Curaçao over the years
Daily UV index in May in Curaçao
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Curaçao, 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.
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Average weather in Curaçao by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Curaçao. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.