May · Belize
Best time to visit Ambergris Caye in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ambergris Caye in May
Average temperature 29°C, 73 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.9/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 73 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Ambergris Caye scores 8.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 29°C, 73 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ambergris Caye is Belize's largest island, with San Pedro town, a long reef and dive sites offshore.
May is one of the strongest months in Ambergris Caye (4th)
Days in May average 29°C (84°F) and humidity near 75% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 73 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.8 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Ambergris Caye at 8.9/10 (4th of 12), just behind April at 9.7/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ambergris Caye in May?
- In May, Ambergris Caye averages 29°C, 73 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Ambergris Caye?
- May earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ambergris Caye in May?
- Expect about 73 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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