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San Pedro Sula in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in San Pedro Sula in May 2025

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit San Pedro Sula in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +90°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 133 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • May is usually the hottest month of the year in San Pedro Sula;

Average weather

☀️
+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+61°F
Min.
+104°F
Max.
133 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: San Pedro Sula has OK weather in May.

Average temperature in San Pedro Sula in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in San Pedro Sula for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +97°F during the day to a minimum of +72°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +91°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 29% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +97°F.

Is San Pedro Sula warm or cold in May?

San Pedro Sula is typically hot in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +72°F to +73°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

May is the hottest month in San Pedro Sula, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in San Pedro Sula in May

San Pedro Sula weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+88°F+90°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+61°F+61°F+68°F
Max. temperature
+106°F+104°F+100°F
Rainfall
71 mm133 mm203 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
82%82%86%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1011 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
210
Cloudy days
841
Rainy days
192322
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 +88°F to +90°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 71 mm to 133 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 82%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in April to 1 in May.

June brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in San Pedro Sula in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in San Pedro Sula 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 San Pedro Sula 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 41 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light 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:
San Pedro Sula wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 83% chance of precipitation and 253 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 63% chance of precipitation and 71 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in San Pedro Sula?

This is the weather in San Pedro Sula in May 2023:
1 May
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+89°F
2 May
🌫️
+91°F
3 May
🌫️
+90°F
4 May
☀️
+92°F
5 May
☀️
+92°F
6 May
☁️
+91°F
7 May
☀️
+91°F
8 May
☁️
+89°F
9 May
☁️
+89°F
10 May
☀️
+92°F
11 May
🌫️
+93°F
12 May
☀️
+93°F
13 May
🌧️
+92°F
14 May
🌧️
+87°F
15 May
🌧️
+87°F
16 May
☁️
+90°F
17 May
☀️
+91°F
18 May
☀️
+93°F
19 May
☀️
+91°F
20 May
☀️
+90°F
21 May
☀️
+90°F
22 May
☀️
+90°F
23 May
☀️
+92°F
24 May
☀️
+94°F
25 May
☀️
+94°F
26 May
☁️
+93°F
27 May
☀️
+90°F
28 May
☀️
+93°F
29 May
☁️
+92°F
30 May
☁️
+93°F
31 May
☀️
+97°F
In May 2023 San Pedro Sula had 18 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +91°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +86°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 45%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how San Pedro Sula climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in San Pedro Sula in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2000 (+82°F) and the highest in 2019 (+90°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 1290 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 3207 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in San Pedro Sula in May:

Is May a good time to visit San Pedro Sula?

It’s always a good time to visit San Pedro Sula, 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 San Pedro Sula in May?

Absolutely, May is hot in San Pedro Sula. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is San Pedro Sula rainy in May?

San Pedro Sula 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 San Pedro Sula in May?

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

Monthly weather in San Pedro Sula

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in San Pedro Sula, 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.