EcuadorAverage weather for Santa Elena in May
It's pleasantly warm in May in Santa Elena with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 10°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Santa Elena with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 10°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 stay steady at around 20°C, with nights around 10°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 Santa Elena is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In May, there is an average of 124 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Santa Elena in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
20°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
21°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
18°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
124 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
18 days | 14 days | |
April
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.
Is May a good time to visit Santa Elena?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Santa Elena. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2019, Santa Elena reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 12°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Santa Elena
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Santa Elena, 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 Santa Elena
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Santa Elena, 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 18 days of precipitation in Santa Elena.
Daily UV index in May in Santa Elena
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Santa Elena, 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 Santa Elena over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Santa Elena, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Santa Elena over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Santa Elena, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Santa Elena
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Average weather in Santa Elena by month
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