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Samana in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Samana in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Samana, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Samana in May 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Samana in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +86°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 132 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+86°F
Avg. max. temperature
+70°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
132 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Samana has OK weather in May.

Average temperature in Samana in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Samana 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 +73°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +90°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +88°F.

Is Samana warm or cold in May?

Samana is typically warm in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +84°F to +86°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +73°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 Samana:

Climate in Samana in May

Samana weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+84°F+86°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+68°F+70°F+73°F
Max. temperature
+93°F+93°F+95°F
Rainfall
86 mm132 mm91 mm
Wind
4 m/s3 m/s4 m/s
Humidity
81%83%84%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1014 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
311
Cloudy days
433
Rainy days
222321
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as ok as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +84°F to +86°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 86 mm to 132 mm. Humidity rises from 81% to 83%. Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in April to 1 in May.

June brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Samana 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 Samana 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 Samana 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 73 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 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 Samana, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Samana wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 83% chance of precipitation and 142 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 76% chance of precipitation and 68 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Samana?

This is the weather in Samana in May 2023:
1 May
☀️
+90°F
2 May
☁️
+91°F
3 May
☁️
+90°F
4 May
☁️
+90°F
5 May
☁️
+91°F
6 May
☁️
+91°F
7 May
☀️
+90°F
8 May
☀️
+91°F
9 May
☀️
+92°F
10 May
☁️
+90°F
11 May
☁️
+92°F
12 May
☁️
+91°F
13 May
🌧️
+89°F
14 May
🌧️
+88°F
15 May
☁️
+90°F
16 May
☁️
+91°F
17 May
☁️
+90°F
18 May
☁️
+89°F
19 May
🌧️
+87°F
20 May
🌧️
+81°F
21 May
🌧️
+88°F
22 May
☁️
+83°F
23 May
☁️
+90°F
24 May
☁️
+85°F
25 May
☁️
+86°F
26 May
☀️
+89°F
27 May
☁️
+91°F
28 May
🌧️
+90°F
29 May
🌧️
+87°F
30 May
☁️
+88°F
31 May
☁️
+88°F
In May 2023 Samana had 5 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 66%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Samana climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Samana in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+83°F) and the highest in 2023 (+87°F). The driest year was 2015 with only 825 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1979 with 1742 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Samana in May:

Is May a good time to visit Samana?

It’s always a good time to visit Samana, 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 Samana in May?

May is warm in Samana. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Samana rainy in May?

Samana 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 Samana in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Samana in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Samana

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Samana, 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.