May weather forecast
Alajuela, Costa Rica

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Weather in May

May, in Alajuela, Costa Rica, stands out with its highest rainfall levels of the year - hefty precipitation totals of 352mm (13.86") spread over nearly an entire month. This meteorological change has the effect of a drop in the UV index and a decrease in visibility. However, the city continues to receive more than 12 hours of daylight, though a noticeable part of it is dominated by cloud cover, impacting the sunshine duration. May marks the full thrust of the rainy season, accompanied by an apparent intensification in both relative humidity and cloud coverage. Day and night temperatures rise slightly compared to April, amplifying the overall warmth of the atmosphere.

Temperature

The transition from April to May in Alajuela sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still moderately hot 26.1°C (79°F), from a not significantly different 28°C (82.4°F). Alajuela observes an average low-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F) during May nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Alajuela, during May, the rain falls for 28.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 352mm (13.86") of precipitation. In Alajuela, during the entire year, the rain falls for 289.5 days and collects up to 2506mm (98.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Alajuela, Costa Rica, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 17:56 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in May interprets into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Alajuela in May?

Alajuela in May has an average high-temperature of 26.1°C (79°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in April is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Alajuela?

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

How much does it rain in Alajuela in May?

In Alajuela, in May, it is raining for 28.3 days, with typically 352mm (13.86") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Alajuela?

The average day length in May in Alajuela, Costa Rica, is 12h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Alajuela?

On the first day of May in Alajuela, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 17:56 CST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Alajuela?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Alajuela, Costa Rica, is 7.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alajuela?

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

What is the UV index intensity in May in Alajuela?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Alajuela is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average temperature in May - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in May: 26.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 18.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average pressure in May - Alajuela, 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).

Average wind speed in May
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in May - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.9km/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).

Average humidity in May
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average humidity in May - Alajuela, 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%).

Average rainfall in May
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in May - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in May: 352mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (421mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (25mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in May - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in May: 28.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alajuela, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in May - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in May: 1.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average UV index in May - Alajuela, 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).

Average cloud cover in May
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in May - Alajuela, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in May: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Average visibility in May - Alajuela, 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).

Alajuela, Costa Rica

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