May · Jamaica
Best time to visit Dunn's River Falls in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dunn's River Falls in May
Average temperature 28°C, 167 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
5.0/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 167 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Dunn's River Falls scores 5.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 167 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Dunn's River Falls tumbles over terraced limestone steps into the sea near Ocho Rios in Jamaica.
May in Dunn's River Falls — middling scores, decent value
May averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 79%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 167 mm — wet for this destination — but about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 5/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 7.4/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 2.4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dunn's River Falls in May?
- In May, Dunn's River Falls averages 28°C, 167 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Dunn's River Falls?
- May earns a 5.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Dunn's River Falls in May?
- Expect about 167 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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