May weather forecast
Barbados

In May, Barbados experiences the final month of the dry season with a perceptible rise in temperature and rainfall. The average daily temperatures fluctuate between a mildly warm 22.2°C (72°F) during the nights and a hot 31.7°C (89.1°F) at the height of the day. Similar weather conditions are observed in Bridgetown, the capital of the island, making it an attractive location for tourists seeking a tropical retreat.

Rainfall in May sees a noticeable increase compared to the previous month, with an average precipitation of approximately 81mm (3.19"). This rise indicates the impending arrival of the wet season, although it is significantly less than the heavy rainfall observed during the wet season's peak months.

Despite the increase in rainfall, May continues to offer ample sunlight, with approximately 8 hours of daily sunshine. The combination of warm temperatures, abundant sunlight, and the relatively dry conditions supports various outdoor activities and explorations.

Wind speeds in May continue to range up to 24.1km/h (15mph), offering a pleasant breeze that mitigates the heat, especially along the coastal regions such as Bridgetown.

Sea temperatures during May remain invitingly warm, ranging from 26.7°C (80.1°F) to 28.3°C (82.9°F). These temperatures are conducive for a variety of water sports, including swimming and snorkeling. As a result, despite the gradual transition towards the wet season, May continues to provide a hospitable climate for enjoying the vibrant life and beauty of Barbados.

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• Bridgetown - May »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Bridgetown, Barbados. In Bridgetown in May, the average water temperature is 28.1°C (82.6°F).
• Speightstown - May »
  Speightstown registers the average highest temperatures during May, with peaks of 31°C (87.8°F) and lows of 23°C (73.4°F). Despite the increase in rainfall reaching 62mm (2.44"), Speightstown continues to bask in nine hours of sunshine.
• Bathsheba - May »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bathsheba, Barbados. In Bathsheba during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.
• Holetown - May »
  In Holetown in May, it is raining for 21.7 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Holetown.
• Hastings - May »
  The months with the most sunshine in Hastings are January, February, April and May, with an average of 9h of sunshine. The months of May, June and August see the peak of Hastings's temperatures, averaging a high of 31°C (87.8°F).
• Fitts Village - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Fitts Village sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST. In Fitts Village during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 1238mm (48.74") of precipitation.
• Rockley - May »
  January, February, April and May, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Rockley, Barbados. On the last day of the month, in Rockley, Barbados, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST.
• Garrison - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Garrison, Barbados, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 AST. The months with the highest UV index in Garrison are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Silver Sands - May »
  January, February, April and May, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Silver Sands, Barbados. The months with the highest UV index in Silver Sands, Barbados, are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
• Mullins - May »
  May, having an average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F), is the warmest month in Mullins, Barbados. Mullins's warmest month, May, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 31°C (87.8°F) to a low of 23°C (73.4°F).
• Mount Standfast - May »
  January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mount Standfast, Barbados. In Mount Standfast, Barbados, in May, during 21.7 rainfall days, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated.