Costa Rica in May
May in Costa Rica brings highs around 93°F (34°C), lows near 74°F and about 9 rainy days. The sun sets around 5:50 pm. The sea is about 84°F (29°C). It's off season for sightseeing: hot and quieter.
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What May is good for in Costa Rica
Each activity rated for May's weather and sea.
Great now Scuba divingGreat in May
Great now SnorkelingGreat in May
Boat toursGood in May
Cooking classesAny month
Catamaran toursGood in May
Sunset cruisesGood in May
Helicopter toursOff season in May
Zipline toursOff season in May
ATV toursOff season in May
Bike toursOff season in May
Private toursOff season in May
May next to April and June
| Month | April | May | June |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 97°F (36°C) | 93°F (34°C) | 90°F (32°C) |
| Low | 73°F (23°C) | 74°F (23°C) | 74°F (23°C) |
| Rainy days | 1 | 9 | 14 |
| Sea | 83°F | 84°F | 84°F |
| Sunset | 5:47 pm | 5:50 pm | 5:58 pm |
| Daylight | 12 h 21 min | 12 h 35 min | 12 h 42 min |
Averages for Liberia, Costa Rica; sunrise and sunset on the 15th. Costa Rica water temperature by month.
Tours in Costa Rica
Small Group Cultural Walking Tour in San Jose Costa RicaFrom $45View 
Sloth Watching Wildlife Tour in La Fortuna, Costa RicaFrom $62View 
Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa RicaFrom $230View 
Manuel Antonio National Park : Guided tour with TICKET INCLUDEDFrom $27View 
Safari Tour in Ponderosa Costa RicaFrom $40View 
2 Hour ATV Private Tour in Costa RicaFrom $85View
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Questions
Is May a good time to visit Costa Rica?
It's off season for sightseeing: hot and quieter. The most comfortable months overall are November and December.
How hot is Costa Rica in May?
Average highs are about 93°F (34°C) and lows about 74°F (23°C).
Does it rain much in Costa Rica in May?
May averages 9 rainy days, against 17 in the wettest month.
How warm is the sea in Costa Rica in May?
About 84°F (29°C). Warm enough for long swims and snorkeling.
