When to go · Cartago
Cartago in May
Mixed month. Outside the best window (Dec–Apr (dry season, clearest volcano views)). Across Costa Rica: Green season starts: sunny mornings, afternoon storms, lower prices.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Mixed
- Temperature
- 26°C79°F / 16°C61°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 17
- Crowds
- Low
- Costa Rica overall
- Prices
- Low
- Costa Rica overall
Verdict
MixedCosta Rica month rating
Outside the best window (Dec–Apr (dry season, clearest volcano views)). Across Costa Rica: Green season starts: sunny mornings, afternoon storms, lower prices.
Weather in May
- CartagoHighs around 26 °C, lows around 16 °C, rain on about 17 daysHighs around 79 °F, lows around 61 °F, rain on about 17 days
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Costa Rica overall
- Low
- Prices · Costa Rica overall
- Low
Costa Rica overall: Green season starts: sunny mornings, afternoon storms, lower prices.
What to pack
- A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast