Dominican RepublicThe weather in May in Santo Domingo
It's hot in May in Santo Domingo 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 24°C.
May is a good month to be in Santo Domingo 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 Santo Domingo, 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 34°C in 2020, Santo Domingo reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 18°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Santo Domingo is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 97 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in May for Santo Domingo
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santo Domingo. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Santo Domingo | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 97 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Santo Domingo 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 24°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Santo Domingo is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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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.
The hurricane season in Santo Domingo runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Santo Domingo, 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 Santo Domingo
Temperature in May in Santo Domingo over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Santo Domingo, 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 Santo Domingo
Total precipitation in May in Santo Domingo over the years
Daily UV index in May in Santo Domingo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Santo Domingo, 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 Santo Domingo by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Santo Domingo. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.