If you plan to visit Managua in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +93°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 23 rainy days in the month and around 208 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+93°F
Avg. max. temperature
+70°F
Min.
+102°F
Max.
208 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Managua has OK weather in May.
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Average temperature in Managua in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Managua for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +102°F during the day to a minimum of +75°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +97°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +95°F to +86°F.
Is Managua warm or cold in May?
Managua is typically hot in May.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +95°F to +93°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +75°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 Managua, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Managua in May
Managua weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+95°F
+93°F
+90°F
Min. temperature
+68°F
+70°F
+70°F
Max. temperature
+102°F
+102°F
+97°F
Rainfall
29 mm
208 mm
273 mm
Wind
3 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
64%
74%
82%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
7
1
0
Cloudy days
11
5
1
Rainy days
11
23
25
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.It’s getting colder in May. From +95°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +93°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 29 mm to 208 mm.Humidity rises from 64% to 74%.Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in April to 1 in May.
Wind speed in Managua in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 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 Managua is gradually decreasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Managua based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 52% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 107 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 16 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:
Managua wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 80% chance of precipitation and 298 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Managua?
This is the weather in Managua in May 2024:
1 May
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+95°F
2 May
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+95°F
3 May
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+98°F
4 May
☁️
+98°F
5 May
☀️
+98°F
6 May
☁️
+98°F
7 May
☁️
+98°F
8 May
☁️
+97°F
9 May
☁️
+98°F
10 May
☁️
+97°F
11 May
☁️
+97°F
12 May
☁️
+97°F
13 May
☁️
+98°F
14 May
☁️
+100°F
15 May
☁️
+99°F
16 May
☁️
+95°F
17 May
☁️
+98°F
18 May
☁️
+100°F
19 May
☁️
+101°F
20 May
☁️
+98°F
21 May
☁️
+96°F
22 May
☁️
+98°F
23 May
☁️
+98°F
24 May
☁️
+98°F
25 May
☁️
+91°F
26 May
☁️
+89°F
27 May
☁️
+92°F
28 May
☁️
+98°F
29 May
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+94°F
30 May
☁️
+90°F
31 May
🌧️
+85°F
In May 2024 Managua had 1 sunny days, 29 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +97°F, with an absolute maximum of +102°F and a minimum of +86°F. The average humidity was 68%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Managua climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Managua 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 1987 (+93°F). The driest year was 2001 with only 1148 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 2942 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Managua in May:
Is May a good time to visit Managua?
It’s always a good time to visit Managua, 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 Managua in May?
Absolutely, May is hot in Managua. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Managua rainy in May?
Managua 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 Managua in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Managua 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 Managua, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
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.