Puerto Plata weather in May
May in Puerto Plata: hot, a little rain, with clean air — one of the best months to visit.
#2 of 12 months in Puerto Plata · #164 of 897 destinations to visit in May · comfort 90/100 (tier S)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Puerto Plata climate normals — May
| Daytime high | 30°C / 86°F | 🥵 hot |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 25°C / 76°F | |
| Rainfall | 52 mm / 2.1 in | 🌦 some rain |
| Rainy days | 12 days | |
| Humidity | 78% | 💦 very humid |
| Dew point | 23°C / 73°F | |
| Sunshine | 11.6 h/day | |
| Daylight | 13.1 h | |
| Wind | 19 km/h / 11 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 48 | 🍃 good |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Puerto Plata in May — FAQ
- Is May a good time to visit Puerto Plata?
- May in Puerto Plata: hot, a little rain, with clean air — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #2 of 12 months for Puerto Plata on SeasonMap's comfort score (90/100).
- What is the weather like in Puerto Plata in May?
- In May, Puerto Plata averages a daily high of 29.9°C and a low of 24.7°C, with about 52.4 mm of rain over roughly 11.6 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Puerto Plata in May?
- Puerto Plata has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 48 in May.