May · Belize
Best time to visit Glover's Reef in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Glover's Reef in May
Average temperature 28°C, 158 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.0/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 158 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Glover's Reef scores 7.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 28°C, 158 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Glover’s Reef is an outer atoll of turquoise lagoons-remote diving and kayaking beyond the barrier. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
May in Glover's Reef — reliably good (4th best month)
Days in May average 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 84% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
158 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Glover's Reef — 2.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Glover's Reef in May?
- In May, Glover's Reef averages 28°C, 158 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Glover's Reef?
- May earns a 7.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Glover's Reef in May?
- Expect about 158 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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