If you plan to visit Punta Cana in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +81°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 24 rainy days in the month and around 115 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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+81°F
Avg. max. temperature
+70°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
115 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
24 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Punta Cana has OK weather in May.
Average temperature in Punta Cana in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Punta Cana for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +84°F during the day to a minimum of +75°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +82°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +84°F.
Is Punta Cana warm or cold in May?
Punta Cana is typically warm in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +81°F to +81°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +77°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 Punta Cana:
Water temperature in Punta Cana in May
Water in Punta Cana in May is Warm. It varies from +80°F to +82°F, with an average of +81°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +81°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Punta Cana are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +79°F.
Can you swim in Punta Cana in May?
You can absolutely swim in Punta Cana 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.
Climate in Punta Cana in May
Punta Cana weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+81°F
+81°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+72°F
+70°F
+75°F
Max. temperature
+84°F
+84°F
+86°F
Rainfall
57 mm
115 mm
84 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+80°F
+81°F
+83°F
Humidity
79%
81%
82%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
3
1
1
Cloudy days
4
4
3
Rainy days
22
24
22
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +81°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 57 mm to 115 mm.Humidity rises from 79% to 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in April to 1 in May.
Wind speed in Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana is gradually increasing during May, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Punta Cana based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 55% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 71 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
May is one of the rainiest months in Punta Cana, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Punta Cana wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 71% chance of precipitation and 128 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 72% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Punta Cana?
This is the weather in Punta Cana in May 2023:
1 May
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+84°F
2 May
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+83°F
3 May
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+82°F
4 May
☀️
+83°F
5 May
🌧️
+83°F
6 May
☀️
+83°F
7 May
☀️
+82°F
8 May
☁️
+83°F
9 May
☀️
+83°F
10 May
☀️
+83°F
11 May
☀️
+83°F
12 May
☀️
+83°F
13 May
🌧️
+81°F
14 May
🌧️
+82°F
15 May
🌧️
+84°F
16 May
☁️
+83°F
17 May
☁️
+83°F
18 May
☀️
+83°F
19 May
🌧️
+82°F
20 May
🌧️
+81°F
21 May
🌧️
+80°F
22 May
🌧️
+81°F
23 May
🌧️
+82°F
24 May
🌧️
+81°F
25 May
☁️
+83°F
26 May
☁️
+84°F
27 May
☁️
+84°F
28 May
🌧️
+83°F
29 May
🌧️
+83°F
30 May
☁️
+83°F
31 May
🌧️
+84°F
In May 2023 Punta Cana had 10 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 13 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 68%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Punta Cana climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Punta Cana in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+80°F) and the highest in 2023 (+82°F). The driest year was 2015 with only 611 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1979 with 1494 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Punta Cana in May:
Is May a good time to visit Punta Cana?
It’s always a good time to visit Punta Cana, 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 Punta Cana in May?
May is warm in Punta Cana. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Punta Cana in May?
Yes, you can swim in Punta Cana in May, the water temperature averaging at +81°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Punta Cana rainy in May?
Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Punta Cana in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
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 Punta Cana, 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.
