May weather forecast
Barbacoas, Costa Rica

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Barbacoas, Costa Rica, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°C (78.6°F) and 18.5°C (65.3°F).

Temperature

Barbacoas records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.9°C (78.6°F) as May arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. Barbacoas experiences a mean temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) during May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Barbacoas is 84%.

Rainfall

In Barbacoas, during May, the rain falls for 28.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 364mm (14.33") of precipitation. In Barbacoas, Costa Rica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.2 days and collects up to 2603mm (102.48") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Barbacoas is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Barbacoas, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 17:55 CST.

Sunshine

In Barbacoas, the average sunshine in May is 7.2h.

UV index

January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Barbacoas. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Barbacoas?

The high-temperature, in May, in Barbacoas, is 25.9°C (78.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 18.5°C (65.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in April is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Barbacoas?

In Barbacoas, Costa Rica, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

How many days does it rain in May in Barbacoas?

In Barbacoas, during May, the rain falls for 28.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 364mm (14.33") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Barbacoas have in May?

The average day length in May in Barbacoas, Costa Rica, is 12h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Barbacoas?

On the first day of May in Barbacoas, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 17:55 CST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Barbacoas?

In Barbacoas, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Barbacoas?

January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Barbacoas.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Barbacoas?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Barbacoas is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Barbacoas, Costa Rica

Average temperature in May - Barbacoas, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in May: 25.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 18.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (18.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Barbacoas, Costa Rica

Average pressure in May - Barbacoas, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in May: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Barbacoas, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in May - Barbacoas, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in May: 5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.9km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Barbacoas, Costa Rica

Average humidity in May - Barbacoas, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Barbacoas, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in May - Barbacoas, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in May: 364mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (429mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Barbacoas, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in May - Barbacoas, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in May: 28.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Barbacoas, Costa Rica

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Barbacoas, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Barbacoas, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in May - Barbacoas, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (13.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Barbacoas, Costa Rica

Average UV index in May - Barbacoas, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in May
Barbacoas, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in May - Barbacoas, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in May: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in May
Barbacoas, Costa Rica

Average visibility in May - Barbacoas, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and April (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (6km).

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