Dominican RepublicThe weather in May in Puerto Plata
It's hot in May in Puerto Plata with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 23°C.
May is a good month to be in Puerto Plata 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 Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. 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 36°C in 2022, Puerto Plata reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Puerto Plata is 28°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 81 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in May for Puerto Plata
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Puerto Plata. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Puerto Plata | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 81 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Puerto Plata with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 23°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Puerto Plata is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Puerto Plata runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Puerto Plata
Temperature in May in Puerto Plata over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. 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 Puerto Plata
Total precipitation in May in Puerto Plata over the years
Daily UV index in May in Puerto Plata
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Puerto Plata, 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 Puerto Plata by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Puerto Plata. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.