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May is a wet month in Barinas

Climate Overview

Barinas, Venezuela in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 29.9°C (86°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain falls on about 22 days this month, totalling around 280 mm.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 2th, averaging 30.6°C (87°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 2°C cooler with 9 more rainy days.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
30°C / 23°C
Feels Like
35°C / 27°C
Rain
22 days · 280 mm
Sunshine
8.2h / day
Humidity
77% — Muggy
Wind
7 km/h
Wind Direction
NNW (348°)
Gusts
20 km/h
Daylight
12.5 h
Cloud Cover
90%
Clear Sky Days
0.4
UV Index
7.6 — Very High
Dew Point
22°C — Muggy
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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High Low

Daily Precipitation

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Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:22
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 18:53

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Rain most often builds later in the day, so mornings are typically the driest window and afternoon showers are more likely.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January best
Good
Temp
32°C / 22°C
Feels Like
34°C / 24°C
Rain
3days (23 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
62% Muggy
UV
7.8 Very High
February best
Good
Temp
33°C / 23°C
Feels Like
35°C / 25°C
Rain
1days (6 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
54% Moderate
UV
8.1 Very High
March best
Fair
Temp
33°C / 24°C
Feels Like
36°C / 26°C
Rain
5days (38 mm) Good
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
55% Moderate
UV
8.4 Very High
April
Fair
Temp
32°C / 24°C
Feels Like
36°C / 27°C
Rain
13days (129 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
8 Very High
May
Wet
Temp
30°C / 23°C
Feels Like
35°C / 27°C
Rain
22days (280 mm) Wet
Sun
8.2h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
7.6 Very High
June
Wet
Temp
29°C / 22°C
Feels Like
34°C / 26°C
Rain
26days (523 mm) Wet
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
7.7 Very High
July
Wet
Temp
29°C / 22°C
Feels Like
34°C / 26°C
Rain
27days (544 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
7.9 Very High
August
Wet
Temp
30°C / 22°C
Feels Like
36°C / 26°C
Rain
24days (301 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
8.6 Very High
September
Wet
Temp
31°C / 23°C
Feels Like
37°C / 27°C
Rain
21days (211 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
8.8 Very High
October
Wet
Temp
31°C / 23°C
Feels Like
37°C / 27°C
Rain
20days (163 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
8.3 Very High
November
Fair
Temp
30°C / 23°C
Feels Like
35°C / 26°C
Rain
13days (80 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
7.7 Very High
December
Fair
Temp
31°C / 22°C
Feels Like
35°C / 25°C
Rain
4days (33 mm) Good
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
7.3 Very High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January best 32°C / 22°C 34°C / 24°C 3days (23 mm) Excellent 10.4h Excellent 62% Muggy 7.8 Very High Good View Details
February best 33°C / 23°C 35°C / 25°C 1days (6 mm) Excellent 10.5h Excellent 54% Moderate 8.1 Very High Good View Details
March best 33°C / 24°C 36°C / 26°C 5days (38 mm) Good 10.3h Excellent 55% Moderate 8.4 Very High Fair View Details
April 32°C / 24°C 36°C / 27°C 13days (129 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 67% Muggy 8 Very High Fair View Details
May 30°C / 23°C 35°C / 27°C 22days (280 mm) Wet 8.2h Good 77% Humid 7.6 Very High Wet View Details
June 29°C / 22°C 34°C / 26°C 26days (523 mm) Wet 8.4h Good 82% Humid 7.7 Very High Wet View Details
July 29°C / 22°C 34°C / 26°C 27days (544 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 81% Humid 7.9 Very High Wet View Details
August 30°C / 22°C 36°C / 26°C 24days (301 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 79% Humid 8.6 Very High Wet View Details
September 31°C / 23°C 37°C / 27°C 21days (211 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 77% Humid 8.8 Very High Wet View Details
October 31°C / 23°C 37°C / 27°C 20days (163 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 77% Humid 8.3 Very High Wet View Details
November 30°C / 23°C 35°C / 26°C 13days (80 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 77% Humid 7.7 Very High Fair View Details
December 31°C / 22°C 35°C / 25°C 4days (33 mm) Good 10.6h Excellent 68% Muggy 7.3 Very High Fair View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

UmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoesBreathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglasses

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically wet for visiting Barinas, with average highs of 30°C (86°F) and around 22 rainy days. Barinas, Venezuela in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 29.9°C (86°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the d
Barinas typically sees around 22 rainy days in May with 280 mm (11 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Barinas during May, around 23°C (73°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) in May, we recommend: Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Barinas. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Barinas during May is 8 (very high). Strong sun protection is essential — SPF 50+, protective clothing, and avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during peak hours.
Barinas gets approximately 13 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 8 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Barinas during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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