Rodrigues · SpringMonth summary
Rodrigues weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
22°C – 24°C
🌧 Rainy days
53% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.5/10
📅 📅 Best month
November (7.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Rodrigues 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: Favourable conditions in May (7.5/10). November scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Rodrigues in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Trails walkable but wet — bring proper footwear and plan sheltered breaks Spring marks the start of the good season in Rodrigues. Temperatures rise (24°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 53% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if November (7.8/10) 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 | 25°C | 57% | 4.1 | 12.4h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ February | 24°C | 26°C | 63% | 4.2 | 12.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ March | 24°C | 26°C | 66% | 4.9 | 11.9h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ April | 24°C | 25°C | 60% | 2.6 | 11.0h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 22°C | 24°C | 53% | 2.1 | 10.8h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 21°C | 22°C | 45% | 2.2 | 10.4h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 20°C | 22°C | 54% | 1.6 | 10.3h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 19°C | 21°C | 50% | 1.8 | 10.9h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 20°C | 21°C | 46% | 1.4 | 11.4h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 21°C | 22°C | 42% | 1.4 | 12.1h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 22°C | 23°C | 46% | 1.9 | 12.9h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 23°C | 24°C | 53% | 2.9 | 12.9h | 7.6/10 |
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, Rodrigues averages 24°C, 53% rainy days and 10.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.5/10.
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Comparison
May vs November (best month)
The best month is November (score 7.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -7%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +2.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Rodrigues in May
Is May a good time to visit Rodrigues?
May is an excellent time to visit Rodrigues (score 7.5/10). With 24°C, 10.8h of sunshine and 53% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Does it rain a lot in Rodrigues in May?
Yes, 53% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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