☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 29°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 29°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Antigua in May has an average air temperature of 29°C with sea temperatures around 27°C. You can expect 8 hours of sunshine per day and 75mm of rainfall, which means moderate rainfall — some wet days expected.
At 27°C the sea is like a warm bath — perfect for swimming, snorkelling, and diving. With 8 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Antigua is one of the top warm destinations for May holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Antigua stacks up against similar destinations in May:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua | 29°C | 27°C | 75mm | 8h |
| Barbados | 29°C | 28°C | 55mm | 8h |
| Belize | 29°C | 28°C | 80mm | 8h |
| Jamaica | 29°C | 28°C | 95mm | 7h |
| Komodo | 29°C | 28°C | 40mm | 8h |
| Lombok | 29°C | 28°C | 50mm | 8h |
See how Antigua's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Antigua in May has average temperatures of 29°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 27°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 27°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
May is an excellent time to visit Antigua with warm weather and 8 hours of daily sunshine.
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