Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Turrialba, Costa Rica, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (67°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (79°F), while lows may dip to 15°C (60°F). Typically, the humidity level in Turrialba throughout May hovers around 69%.
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In May, Turrialba averages 468 mm (18.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 30 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 34 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 29 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 11% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Turrialba reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 2 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||