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Varadero in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Varadero in May and see if it is worth visiting.
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May

Weather in Varadero in May 2024

Good Weather
Warm
☁️
Cloudy
Weather for Varadero in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +82°F during the day, and approximately 10 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 10 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 103 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+68°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
103 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Varadero has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Varadero in May

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

Going from a maximum of +86°F during the day to a minimum of +72°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +82°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 13% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +82°F.

Is Varadero warm or cold in May?

Varadero is typically warm in May.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +81°F to +82°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 Varadero:

Climate in Varadero in May

Varadero weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+81°F+82°F+84°F
Min. temperature
+63°F+68°F+73°F
Max. temperature
+95°F+93°F+90°F
Rainfall
38 mm103 mm145 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
73%77%81%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1013 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
13103
Cloudy days
131112
Rainy days
41015
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +81°F to +82°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 38 mm to 103 mm. Humidity rises from 73% to 77%. 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 13 sunny days in April to 10 in May.

Next month (June) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Varadero in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Varadero is gradually decreasing during May, going from 5 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Varadero based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 125 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 29 mm, which is moderate rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 19 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:
Varadero wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 50% chance of precipitation and 145 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 26 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Varadero?

This is the weather in Varadero in May 2023:
1 May
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+81°F
2 May
☀️
+82°F
3 May
☁️
+83°F
4 May
☀️
+82°F
5 May
☀️
+83°F
6 May
☀️
+83°F
7 May
☁️
+86°F
8 May
🌧️
+85°F
9 May
☀️
+83°F
10 May
☁️
+81°F
11 May
☀️
+79°F
12 May
☀️
+78°F
13 May
☁️
+82°F
14 May
☀️
+83°F
15 May
🌧️
+82°F
16 May
🌧️
+82°F
17 May
🌧️
+83°F
18 May
☁️
+83°F
19 May
☁️
+83°F
20 May
☁️
+85°F
21 May
☁️
+85°F
22 May
☁️
+84°F
23 May
☁️
+83°F
24 May
☁️
+83°F
25 May
🌧️
+83°F
26 May
☁️
+84°F
27 May
☁️
+84°F
28 May
☁️
+83°F
29 May
🌧️
+81°F
30 May
☁️
+82°F
31 May
☁️
+82°F
In May 2023 Varadero had 9 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 56%. 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 Varadero climate has changed over the last 43 years.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+83°F) and the highest in 2003 (+91°F). The driest year was 2004 with only 14 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 343 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Varadero in May:

Is May a good time to visit Varadero?

May is a really good time to go to Varadero. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Varadero.

Can you sunbathe in Varadero in May?

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

Is Varadero rainy in May?

Varadero 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 Varadero in May?

The amount of sunny days in Varadero during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

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Monthly weather in Varadero

Source of the data

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