Average weather for El Arenal in May
It's warm in May in El Arenal with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 17°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in El Arenal with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 13°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 25°C, with nights around 14°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in El Arenal is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
Water temperature
The water temperature at El Arenal is 20°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.
In May, there is an average of 32 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
El Arenal in May |
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24°C | 22°C | |
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26°C | 28°C | |
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21°C | -5°C | |
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32 mm | 105 mm | |
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3 days | 14 days |
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 El Arenal?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in El Arenal. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2022, El Arenal reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in El Arenal
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for El Arenal, 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.
Weather experiences in May in El Arenal
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Daily Precipitation in May in El Arenal
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for El Arenal, 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 3 days of precipitation in El Arenal.
Daily UV index in May in El Arenal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in El Arenal, 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 El Arenal over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in El Arenal, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in El Arenal over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in El Arenal, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for El Arenal
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Weather experiences in May in El Arenal
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Write your own reviewDuring my stay in May, we had beautiful sunny days, but also a few days with rain and some wind. So make sure you have sunscreen and an umbrella with you!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in El Arenal by month
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