May weather forecast
Antigua and Barbuda

May in Antigua and Barbuda signals the definitive end of the dry season and the onset of the wet season. Average temperatures continue their upward trend from the previous months, reaching approximately 26.7°C (80.1°F). This is reflective of the overall climate across the islands, including the cities of Saint John's and Codrington.

The increase in rainfall becomes more pronounced in May, marking the arrival of the wet season. The showers, though still not as frequent or heavy as during the peak wet months, are noticeably more frequent compared to the preceding dry season.

The wind speed in May continues to decrease, averaging 23.3km/h (14.5mph). This reduction, along with the increase in temperature, signifies the transition to the wet season. However, the wind still contributes a cooling effect, mitigating the overall humidity and heat.

Despite the onset of the wet season, daily sunshine hours remain relatively high in May, with around 8 to 9 hours of sunlight per day. Seawater temperatures also rise slightly, ranging from 27.8°C (82°F) to 28.3°C (82.9°F). These conditions, combined with the beginning of the wet season, make for a varied and dynamic climate that can accommodate a range of activities, although some adaptation to the wetter conditions may be required.

The progression of May brings more noticeable changes in weather conditions. The increase in both temperature and rainfall becomes more significant as the month advances, clearly indicating the arrival of the wet season.

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• All Saints - May »
  The months with the lowest UV index in All Saints are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the highest UV index in All Saints are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Liberta - May »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Liberta, Antigua and Barbuda. May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Liberta.
• Parham - May »
  The months with the highest humidity in Parham are May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Parham, Antigua and Barbuda.
• Falmouth - May »
  The months with the highest humidity in Falmouth are May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%. The months with the highest UV index in Falmouth are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Codrington - May »
  The months with the highest UV index in Codrington are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. May through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Codrington, Antigua and Barbuda.
• New Winthorpes - May »
  In New Winthorpes, Antigua and Barbuda, in May, during 14 rainfall days, 91mm (3.58") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The months with the most sunshine in New Winthorpes are January through August, with an average of 8h of sunshine.
• Cedar Grove - May »
  The months with the highest UV index in Cedar Grove are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. On the last day of the month, in Cedar Grove sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:37 AST.
• Bolands - May »
  The months with the highest UV index in Bolands are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Bolands, Antigua and Barbuda.
• Fitches Creek - May »
  May, July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Fitches Creek, Antigua and Barbuda. The months with the lowest UV index in Fitches Creek, Antigua and Barbuda, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.