When to go · San Juan del Sur
San Juan del Sur in May
Mixed month. Outside the best window (Nov–Apr (dry season; surf is smaller but the roads are passable)). Across Nicaragua: First rains; still hot; quiet and cheap.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Mixed
- Temperature
- 33°C91°F / 25°C77°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 8
- Crowds
- Low
- Nicaragua overall
- Prices
- Low
- Nicaragua overall
Verdict
MixedNicaragua month rating
Outside the best window (Nov–Apr (dry season; surf is smaller but the roads are passable)). Across Nicaragua: First rains; still hot; quiet and cheap.
Weather in May
- San Juan del SurHighs around 33 °C, lows around 25 °C, rain on about 8 daysHighs around 91 °F, lows around 77 °F, rain on about 8 days
- Pacific lowlands, Nicaragua · Granada, León, Managua, Ometepe, San Juan del Surhot
Dry and breezy December–April; León is one of the hottest cities in the region in April (36 °C+). A drier spell (canícula) often breaks the rains in July–August.Dry and breezy December–April; León is one of the hottest cities in the region in April (97 °F+). A drier spell (canícula) often breaks the rains in July–August.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Nicaragua overall
- Low
- Prices · Nicaragua overall
- Low
Nicaragua overall: First rains; still hot; quiet and cheap.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen