The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Guadeloupe. Temperatures rise (30°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 42% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
May ranks 6 out of 12 months in Guadeloupe. Compared to April: 6 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Guadeloupe is February (8.2/10), 2.8 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Guadeloupe
🗣️LanguageFrench
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJune · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 58%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Guadeloupe ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
GuadeloupeTropical climate with a 8.2 → 4.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
16.25°N · 61.55°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Guadeloupe?
March is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 23.0°C lows, 7.5h of sunshine and 36.0% rainy days. The months of March & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Guadeloupe get in March?
Guadeloupe averages 7.5 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Guadeloupe?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Guadeloupe in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 23.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Guadeloupe good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Guadeloupe scores 7.4/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 7.7/10.
When should you avoid Guadeloupe?
August is the most difficult month to visit Guadeloupe, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Guadeloupe in May?
In May, the sea averages 28°C in Guadeloupe: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Guadeloupe in May?
The average UV index reaches 9 in May in Guadeloupe (very high), with about 12.8h of daylight. Protection essential.