Monthly climate guide
La Fortuna weather in May
With highs near 30°C (86°F) and lows around 22°C (71°F), May feels hot in La Fortuna. Rainfall averages about 208 mm (very wet) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as April and 2°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- It's humid — around 82% — so the heat feels heavier.
- La Fortuna is usually about 3°C cooler than Liberia, 90 km away, in May.
- May falls in La Fortuna's wetter season, when heavy showers are common.
- May is La Fortuna's second warmest month.
Avg high
30°C
86°F
Avg low
22°C
71°F
Rainfall
208 mm
very wet
Humidity
82%
relative
Sky
83%
cloud · often cloudy
La Fortuna weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 79°F | 20°C / 68°F | 29 mm | 86% | 57% |
| February | 28°C / 82°F | 20°C / 68°F | 20 mm | 81% | 49% |
| March | 30°C / 85°F | 20°C / 68°F | 18 mm | 75% | 50% |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 21°C / 70°F | 66 mm | 75% | 66% |
| May | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 71°F | 208 mm | 82% | 83% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 22°C / 71°F | 213 mm | 90% | 86% |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 22°C / 71°F | 148 mm | 90% | 87% |
| August | 27°C / 81°F | 21°C / 71°F | 188 mm | 90% | 83% |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 21°C / 70°F | 251 mm | 91% | 83% |
| October | 26°C / 80°F | 21°C / 70°F | 362 mm | 93% | 84% |
| November | 26°C / 79°F | 21°C / 69°F | 206 mm | 92% | 77% |
| December | 26°C / 79°F | 21°C / 69°F | 59 mm | 90% | 65% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is May a good time to visit La Fortuna?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit La Fortuna →Other Costa Rica cities in May
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La Fortuna in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit La Fortuna?
May is one of the wetter months in La Fortuna, with about 208 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is La Fortuna in May?
Average highs are about 30°C (86°F) and average lows about 22°C (71°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in La Fortuna in May?
La Fortuna typically gets around 208 mm of rain in May — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around La Fortuna (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.