May · Jamaica
Best time to visit Negril in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Negril in May
Average temperature 29°C, 202 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.5/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 202 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Negril scores 7.5/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 202 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Negril pairs a long sweep of white sand with limestone cliffs on Jamaica's western tip.
May holds up well in Negril — 8th best month
Days in May average 29°C (84°F) and humidity near 74% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 202 mm, but with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 7.5/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 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.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Negril — 2.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Negril in May?
- In May, Negril averages 29°C, 202 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Negril?
- May earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Negril in May?
- Expect about 202 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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