SurinameAverage weather for Paramaribo in May
It's hot in May in Paramaribo with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 24°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Paramaribo with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 24°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Paramaribo is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Paramaribo is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
In May, there is an average of 424 mm of precipitation, spread over 28 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Paramaribo in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
424 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
28 days | 14 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Paramaribo?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Paramaribo. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2017, Paramaribo reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Paramaribo
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Paramaribo, 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 Paramaribo
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Paramaribo, 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 28 days of precipitation in Paramaribo.
Daily UV index in May in Paramaribo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Paramaribo, 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 Paramaribo over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Paramaribo, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Paramaribo over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Paramaribo, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Paramaribo
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Average weather in Paramaribo by month
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