Santo Domingo Weather in May
Dominican Republic · May climate averages and travel tips
Avg high31°C (88°F)
Avg low24°C (75°F)
Rainfall68 mm (2.7 in)
RatingFair 6.1/10
Expect very hot days in Santo Domingo in May: the average high is 31°C (88°F) and the average low is 24°C (75°F). The month is moderately rainy, with about 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain spread over 13 days. Humidity averages 76%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12.9 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is May a good time to visit Santo Domingo?
May is a fair time to visit Santo Domingo (6.1/10) mainly because of the heat. For better weather, go in December to March.
May weather at a glance
| Average high | 31°C (88°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 24°C (75°F) |
| Daily mean | 27°C (81°F) |
| Rainfall | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 13 |
| Humidity | 76% |
| Cloud cover | 56% |
| Daylight | 12.9 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 6.2 hours/day |
| Wind | 7.7 km/h |
| vs April | About as warm as April, with 21 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Santo Domingo in May
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
- swimwear
Santo Domingo weather in other months
Jan30°C / 22°C26 mmExcellentFeb30°C / 22°C31 mmExcellentMar31°C / 22°C28 mmExcellentApr31°C / 23°C47 mmGoodMay31°C / 24°C68 mmFairJun31°C / 25°C64 mmFairJul32°C / 25°C74 mmFairAug32°C / 25°C86 mmFairSep32°C / 25°C86 mmFairOct31°C / 25°C72 mmFairNov30°C / 24°C97 mmFairDec30°C / 23°C49 mmGood
← AprilBest time to visit Santo DomingoJune →
Better weather in May nearby
- Los Angeles, California25°C · 8 mm · Excellent
- Cabo San Lucas28°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- San Diego, California24°C · 8 mm · Excellent
- San Francisco, California19°C · 18 mm · Excellent
- Tijuana24°C · 8 mm · Excellent
- Denver, Colorado23°C · 65 mm · Excellent
Nearby in May
- Santiago de los Caballeros32°C · 70 mm
- Punta Cana28°C · 82 mm
- Port-au-Prince32°C · 62 mm
- Cockburn Town27°C · 65 mm
- San Juan30°C · 124 mm
- Charlotte Amalie28°C · 90 mm
Where else is good in May? See where to go in May.