Temperatures in May
It's hot in May in Galapagos Islands with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 25°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Galapagos Islands in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Galapagos Islands with hot temperatures, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights close to 25°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 30°C, with nights close to 24°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Galapagos Islands will be around 30°C, with nights close to 24°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Galapagos Islands is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 23 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 21% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Galapagos Islands. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Galapagos Islands in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
30°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
30°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
29°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
23 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Galapagos Islands?
May is a great month to be in Galapagos Islands for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Galapagos Islands in May
With 34°C, Galapagos Islands hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 20°C to a high of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Galapagos Islands
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Galapagos Islands, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Galapagos Islands
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Galapagos Islands, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 7 days of rain in Galapagos Islands.
Daily UV Index in May in Galapagos Islands
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Galapagos Islands, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Galapagos Islands Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Galapagos Islands, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Galapagos Islands Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Galapagos Islands, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Galapagos Islands
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Galapagos Islands. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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