If you plan to visit Goa in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +88°F during the day and approximately 5 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 5 rainy days in the month and around 76 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
76 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
21 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Goa has OK weather in May.
Average temperature in Goa in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Goa for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +91°F during the day to a minimum of +75°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +88°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +88°F.
Is Goa warm or cold in May?
Goa is typically hot in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +81°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
May is one of the warmest months in Goa, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Goa in May
Goa weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+88°F
+88°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+72°F
+73°F
+73°F
Max. temperature
+95°F
+97°F
+95°F
Rainfall
4 mm
76 mm
684 mm
Wind
2 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Humidity
76%
77%
86%
Air pressure
1007 HPa
1006 HPa
1005 HPa
Sunny days
15
5
0
Cloudy days
15
21
3
Rainy days
0
5
27
Snowy days
0
0
0
May typically has worse weather conditions compared to April.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +88°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 4 mm to 76 mm.Humidity rises from 76% to 77%.Winds are stronger in comparison to April, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 15 sunny days in April to 5 in May.
Wind speed in Goa in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Goa is gradually increasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Goa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 45% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 93 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 33 mm, which is moderate rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Goa wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 97% chance of precipitation and 769 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Goa?
This is the weather in Goa in May 2023:
1 May
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+88°F
2 May
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+88°F
3 May
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+89°F
4 May
☁️
+91°F
5 May
☁️
+89°F
6 May
☁️
+90°F
7 May
☁️
+89°F
8 May
☁️
+89°F
9 May
☁️
+88°F
10 May
☁️
+88°F
11 May
🌧️
+85°F
12 May
☁️
+87°F
13 May
☁️
+86°F
14 May
☁️
+87°F
15 May
☁️
+89°F
16 May
🌧️
+89°F
17 May
☁️
+88°F
18 May
🌫️
+86°F
19 May
🌧️
+82°F
20 May
🌧️
+79°F
21 May
🌧️
+81°F
22 May
🌧️
+85°F
23 May
🌧️
+86°F
24 May
🌧️
+88°F
25 May
☀️
+88°F
26 May
☀️
+87°F
27 May
☁️
+86°F
28 May
☁️
+87°F
29 May
☁️
+88°F
30 May
🌧️
+87°F
31 May
🌧️
+87°F
In May 2023 Goa had 3 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Goa climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Goa in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1999 (+88°F) and the highest in 2020 (+95°F). The driest year was 1997 with only 1 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2006 with 595 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Goa in May:
Is May a good time to visit Goa?
It’s always a good time to visit Goa, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Goa in May?
Absolutely, May is hot in Goa. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Goa rainy in May?
Goa is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Goa in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Goa in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Goa, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.