May weather forecast
Haiti

May marks the peak of the spring season in Haiti and is characterized by both high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Average temperatures during this month range from 23°C (73.4°F) to 31°C (87.8°F), reflecting the steady rise in heat as the year progresses.

In Port-au-Prince, temperatures fluctuate between 23°C (73.4°F) and 31°C (87.8°F), consistent with the national averages. However, the city experiences a significant upswing in rainfall, receiving around 231mm (9.09") of precipitation in May. This makes May one of the wettest months of the year in Port-au-Prince. Kenscoff, a region with high altitude, maintains cooler temperatures and also sees a substantial increase in rainfall.

With approximately 10 hours of sunshine per day, the length of daylight in May remains consistent with the previous months. Despite the heavy rainfall, there is still a significant amount of sunshine for outdoor activities during the drier parts of the day. Sea temperatures off Haiti's coast warm slightly to 28°C (82.4°F), providing warm conditions for sea swimming and water sports.

Compared to April, May experiences a further increase in both temperature and rainfall. This is indicative of Haiti's steady transition into the wet season, which reaches its peak in May and June. As the year progresses into June, Haiti continues to experience heavy rainfall and high temperatures, with June often recording some of the highest rainfall totals of the year.

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• Port-au-Prince - May »
  The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 24.3 days and typically aggregates up to 141mm (5.55") of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Port-au-Prince sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 19:22 EDT.
• Cap-Haitien - May »
  On the first day of May in Cap-Haitien sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:12. Throughout the year, in Cap-Haitien, there are 142 rainfall days, and 1698mm (66.85") of precipitation is accumulated.
• Carrefour - May »
  Rainfall peaks in May, as an astonishing 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is recorded, making it the wettest month of the year in Carrefour, Haiti. In Carrefour, in May, the average water temperature is 27.9°C (82.2°F).
• Delmas - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Delmas sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 19:22 EDT. In Delmas in May, the average water temperature is 27.9°C (82.2°F).
• Croix-des-Bouquets - May »
  May stands as a significant month in Croix-des-Bouquets, highlighted by the highest recorded precipitation of 141mm (5.55") spanning over 24.3 days. In Croix-des-Bouquets in May, during 24.3 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Les Cayes - May »
  The months with the least sunshine in Les Cayes are January, May, June, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine. The months with the highest UV index in Les Cayes are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
• Jacmel - May »
  In Jacmel during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.7 days and collects up to 531mm (20.91") of precipitation. In Jacmel, Haiti, during May, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.
• Saint-Marc - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Saint-Marc is May, when the rain falls for 25.3 days and typically aggregates up to 118mm (4.65") of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Saint-Marc, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:24 EDT.
• Port-de-Paix - May »
  May marks the inception of elevated thermal activity in Port-de-Paix, evidenced by the sea temperature reaching 27.4°C (81.3°F). For water activities like swimming, diving, and more, temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) offer superior comfort and enjoyment for lengthy durations.
• Jeremie - May »
  Water activities including swimming and diving are pleasurable in temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F), ensuring comfort and enjoyment for extended time frames. For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.
• Miragoane - May »
  For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable. On the first day of May in Miragoane, Haiti, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 19:14.