If you plan to visit Puerto Plata in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +84°F during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 20 rainy days in the month and around 87 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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+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+66°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
87 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
20 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Puerto Plata has OK weather in May.
Average temperature in Puerto Plata in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Puerto Plata for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +88°F during the day to a minimum of +77°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +84°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +88°F.
Is Puerto Plata warm or cold in May?
Puerto Plata is typically warm in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +72°F to +75°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Puerto Plata:
Water temperature in Puerto Plata in May
Water in Puerto Plata in May is Warm. It varies from +79°F to +82°F, with an average of +81°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +84°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Puerto Plata are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +78°F.
Can you swim in Puerto Plata in May?
You can absolutely swim in Puerto Plata in May, the water is warm (+81°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
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Climate in Puerto Plata in May
Puerto Plata weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+82°F
+84°F
+86°F
Min. temperature
+61°F
+66°F
+70°F
Max. temperature
+95°F
+97°F
+99°F
Rainfall
66 mm
87 mm
46 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+80°F
+81°F
+82°F
Humidity
81%
81%
80%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
5
2
2
Cloudy days
4
4
6
Rainy days
20
20
17
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +82°F to +84°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 66 mm to 87 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 5 sunny days in April to 2 in May.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in June as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Puerto Plata in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Puerto Plata is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Puerto Plata based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 74% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 90 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
May is one of the rainiest months in Puerto Plata, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Puerto Plata wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 87 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 65% chance of precipitation and 32 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Puerto Plata?
This is the weather in Puerto Plata in May 2023:
1 May
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+84°F
2 May
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+84°F
3 May
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+85°F
4 May
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+84°F
5 May
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+87°F
6 May
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+85°F
7 May
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+86°F
8 May
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+86°F
9 May
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+85°F
10 May
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+85°F
11 May
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+84°F
12 May
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+84°F
13 May
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+84°F
14 May
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+85°F
15 May
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+84°F
16 May
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+84°F
17 May
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+83°F
18 May
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+86°F
19 May
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+84°F
20 May
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+82°F
21 May
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+83°F
22 May
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+84°F
23 May
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+83°F
24 May
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+84°F
25 May
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+86°F
26 May
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+85°F
27 May
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+88°F
28 May
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+86°F
29 May
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+87°F
30 May
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+86°F
31 May
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+87°F
In May 2023 Puerto Plata had 8 sunny days, 23 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. 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 Puerto Plata climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Puerto Plata in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+81°F) and the highest in 2013 (+87°F). The driest year was 1991 with only 460 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 1044 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Puerto Plata in May:
Is May a good time to visit Puerto Plata?
It’s always a good time to visit Puerto Plata, 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 Puerto Plata in May?
May is warm in Puerto Plata. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Puerto Plata in May?
Yes, you can swim in Puerto Plata in May, the water temperature averaging at +81°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Puerto Plata rainy in May?
Puerto Plata 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 Puerto Plata in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Puerto Plata in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Puerto Plata in May?
The normal prices to fly to Puerto Plata is $590 - $590. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
Other cities in Dominican Republic
Check out the weather for other cities in Dominican Republic.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Puerto Plata, 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.
