Bonaire · SpringMonth summary
Bonaire weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
27°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
28% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.3/10
📅 📅 Best month
March (8.4/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Bonaire in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're looking for maximum sunshine — 12.0h per day on average.
❌ No if: you struggle with heat — temperatures regularly exceed 30°C.
Our take: Favourable conditions in May (8.3/10). March scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Bonaire in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Balanced surf conditions — consistent waves and fewer surfers in the lineup Spring marks the start of the good season in Bonaire. Temperatures rise (30°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 28% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (8.4/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 25°C | 28°C | 48% | 1.5 | 11.0h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 25°C | 28°C | 48% | 1.2 | 11.4h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 25°C | 28°C | 39% | 1.0 | 11.6h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 26°C | 29°C | 32% | 1.0 | 11.5h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 27°C | 30°C | 28% | 0.9 | 12.0h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 27°C | 30°C | 45% | 1.6 | 12.3h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 27°C | 30°C | 48% | 1.5 | 12.2h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 27°C | 30°C | 43% | 1.6 | 11.9h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 28°C | 31°C | 31% | 1.7 | 11.3h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 27°C | 30°C | 57% | 2.4 | 11.1h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ November | 26°C | 29°C | 72% | 3.8 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ December | 26°C | 29°C | 61% | 2.1 | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
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, Bonaire averages 30°C, 28% rainy days and 12.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.3/10.
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Comparison
May vs March (best month)
The best month is March (score 8.4/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -2°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +11%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Bonaire in May
Is May a good time to visit Bonaire?
May is an excellent time to visit Bonaire (score 8.3/10). With 30°C, 12.0h of sunshine and 28% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Bonaire in May?
With 30°C and 12.0h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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