Antigua · SpringMonth summary
Antigua weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
25°C – 29°C
🌧 Rainy days
60% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
March (8.1/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Antigua in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Antigua in May: 29°C and 12.0h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Antigua in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Water at 26°C and lively beaches — May is peak swimming season in Antigua Spring marks the start of the good season in Antigua. Temperatures rise (29°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 60% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (8.1/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 24°C | 28°C | 51% | 1.4 | 10.8h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 24°C | 27°C | 53% | 1.8 | 11.0h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 24°C | 28°C | 51% | 1.5 | 11.7h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 24°C | 28°C | 56% | 2.0 | 12.0h | 7.9/10 |
| ⛅ May | 25°C | 29°C | 60% | 2.2 | 12.0h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 26°C | 30°C | 58% | 2.1 | 12.0h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ July | 26°C | 30°C | 69% | 2.7 | 12.0h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ August | 26°C | 30°C | 69% | 3.2 | 12.0h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ September | 26°C | 30°C | 73% | 3.8 | 12.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ October | 26°C | 30°C | 64% | 3.8 | 11.3h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ November | 25°C | 29°C | 62% | 3.4 | 10.8h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 24°C | 28°C | 54% | 1.5 | 10.5h | 7.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Antigua averages 29°C, 60% rainy days and 12.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.6/10.
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Comparison
May vs March (best month)
The best month is March (score 8.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -9%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Antigua in May
Is May a good time to visit Antigua?
May is an excellent time to visit Antigua (score 7.6/10). With 29°C, 12.0h of sunshine and 60% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Does it rain a lot in Antigua in May?
Yes, 60% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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