May weather forecast
British Virgin Islands

As May arrives, the British Virgin Islands move closer to the onset of the wet season. The weather conditions still remain largely favorable, with average temperatures ranging from a pleasant 25°C (77°F) at night to a moderately hot 31°C (87.8°F) during the day. The warmer temperatures are balanced by the persistent trade winds, which help maintain a comfortable climate despite the slight increase in heat.

In Road Town, the capital located on Tortola Island, weather patterns are comparable to the rest of the islands. The sea temperature also begins to rise slightly, averaging 28°C (82.4°F), which is still suitable for various water activities like swimming, snorkeling, and sailing.

When it comes to precipitation, May sees a noticeable increase compared to April, with average rainfall reaching around 85mm (3.35"). The onset of the rainy season is indicated by a greater number of showers, although they tend to be brief and are often followed by sunshine, allowing ample time to enjoy the outdoor beauty of the islands.

Comparing May to the upcoming month of June, the transition is characterized by increasing temperatures and rainfall as the islands move deeper into the wet season. Nevertheless, the weather in May is generally warm and pleasant, ensuring a comfortable stay for visitors.

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• Road Town - May »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Road Town, British Virgin Islands. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Road Town, British Virgin Islands.
• Spanish Town - May »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Spanish Town, British Virgin Islands, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. On the last day of the month, in Spanish Town, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:50 AST.
• Virgin Gorda - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Virgin Gorda sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:50 AST. In Virgin Gorda during May, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.
• Anegada - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Anegada sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:50 AST. In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Anegada are 29°C (84.2°F) and 23°C (73.4°F) respectively.
• Wesley Will - May »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Wesley Will, British Virgin Islands. In Wesley Will in May, the average water temperature is 27°C (80.6°F).
• The Settlement - May »
  The months with the lowest UV index in The Settlement are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. On the first day of May in The Settlement sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:39.
• Leonards - May »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Leonards are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the highest UV index in Leonards are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Hannah - May »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Hannah are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. In Hannah in May, during 23.1 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Freshwater Pond - May »
  In Freshwater Pond during May, the rain falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation. The months with the highest humidity in Freshwater Pond are May through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
• Cane Garden Bay - May »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Cane Garden Bay, British Virgin Islands. The months with the highest UV index in Cane Garden Bay are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Belle Vue - May »
  The month of May in Belle Vue presents a hotter climate with the highest temperature reaching 27.3°C (81.1°F). January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Belle Vue.
• Long Swamp - May »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Long Swamp are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands, measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F) in May, nearly consistent with the preceding month.